RENO AIR RACING ASSOCIATION WILL HELP EDUCATE LOCAL YOUTH ABOUT AVIATION AND TECHNOLOGY AT RENO ACES EDUCATION DAY, MAY 15 RENO, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) is excited to announce they will be partnering with the Reno Aces for Education Day on May 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Greater Nevada Field. RARA’s STEM Education Center Coordinator, Reza Karamooz, his GRADD-NVBAA team and racing pilot Dennis Beuhn will be present to share information about technology, aviation and what it takes to become a pilot. RARA’s GRADD-NVBAA team will have drones on display as well as two…
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RARA Welcomes Two New Local Members to the Board of Directors
The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) announced today that it has expanded its Board of Directors and welcomes two new local members, Tony Logoteta and Bobbi Thompson following the vote at the April 26 Board Meeting. “We are so fortunate to have Tony and Bobbi joining the Board. Beyond their day-to-day operational expertise, they bring local ties, management and aviation experience to enhance the planning of the STIHL National Championship Air Races and continue the great tradition of this one-of-a-kind event which annually brings $91 million economic impact to the local economy,” says Fred Telling, CEO of RARA and Chairman…
***NOTICE: Time Change for Episode Three *** Episode Three of the 2017 STIHL National Championship Air Races “Gold Races” to Air at new time on NBC Sports Network Saturday, April 21
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 19, 2018 ***NOTICE: TIME CHANGE FOR EPISODE THREE DUE TO NHL HOCKEY PLAYOFFS*** EPISODE THREE OF 2017 STIHL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES“GOLD RACES” TO AIR AT NEW TIME ON NBC SPORTS NETWORK SATURDAY, APRIL 21 Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) is excited to announce the final of three one-hour episodes of the 2017 STIHL National Championship Air Races will now air on NBC Sports Network in prime time on Sat., April 21, 2018, at 10:30 p.m. EDT, 7:30 p.m. PDT. The time change is due to the NHL Hockey Playoff game schedule….
Episode 2/3 of 2017 STIHL National Championship Air Races “YOU HAVE A RACE!” to air on NBC Sports Network SUNDAY, APRIL 8
Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) is excited to announce the second of three one-hour episodes of the 2017 National Championship Air Races will air on NBC Sports Network on Sunday, April 8, 2018, at 3:00 p.m. EDT. The second show titled “You Have a Race!” will air on Sunday, April 8 from 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EDT / 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. PDT on NBC Sports Network. The fastest motorsport races in the world continue, see who will advance to the National Championship Gold races, and who takes the poll positions in six different…
RENO AIR RACING ASSOCIATION SECURES LICENSE FOR 2018-2019 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES
RENO, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) announced today that the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA) has approved a new two-year licensing agreement extending through 2019. “We are pleased to come to an agreement with the RTAA,” remarks RARA COO, Tony Logoteta. “The STIHL National Championship Air Races is the only event of its kind in the world, and 2018 marks the 55th year of this spectacular event in northern Nevada. It provides an economic impact of as much as $91.7 million annually and brings aviation enthusiasts to our area from around the world. We appreciate the continued partnership…
STIHL INC. CONFIRMS TWO-YEAR SPONSORSHIP OF RENO AIR RACING ASSOCIATION AS TITLE SPONSOR OF NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES
Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) is pleased to announce STIHL Inc. has extended its sponsorship contract as Title Sponsor for the 2018 and 2019 National Championship Air Races as well as the airing of the NBC Sports episodes of the races in 2019 and 2020. The 55th annual STIHL National Championship Air Races are scheduled Sept. 12-16, 2018 at the Reno-Stead Airport. “Organizing and putting on the STIHL National Championship Air Races is a tremendous undertaking each year, and we are delighted to partner with STIHL to help bring this incredible event to our fans and for the future events…
“Start Your Engines!” Episode 1 of 2017 National Championship Air Races to air on NBC Sports on Saturday, March 31
The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) is excited to announce the first of three one-hour episodes of the 2017 National Championship Air Races airing on NBC Sports Network on March 31, 2018, at 1:30 p.m. EDT. “We are excited to partner with STIHL and NBC Sports to air the 2017 National Championship Air Races on television,” said Fred Telling, CEO, and Chairman of the Board of the Reno Air Racing Association. “These shows are only possible because of the continued and generous sponsorship and support from STIHL, Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority, the Nevada Commission on Tourism and our other…
Showtimes Announced For Three NBC Sports One-Hour Episodes of the 2017 STIHL National Championship Air Races
The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) is excited to announce the dates and times for three, one-hour shows of the 2017 National Championship Air Races airing on NBC Sports Network on March 31, April 8, and April 21, 2018 “We are excited to partner with STIHL and NBC Sports to air the 2017 Nation Championship Air Races on television,” said Fred Telling, CEO and Chairman of the Board of the Reno Air Racing Association. “These shows are only possible because of the continued and generous sponsorship and support from STIHL, Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority, the Nevada Commission on Tourism…
RARA Opens New Position: Deputy Air Boss
RARA IS SEEKING A NEW DEPUTY AIR BOSS, ASSISTANT TO THE AIR BOSS, FOR THE STIHL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) is in the process of interviewing candidates for the position of Deputy Air Boss at the STIHL National Championship Air Races. Job Description: The qualified candidate would act as the primary assistant to the Air Boss; in that capacity, be under training to eventually become qualified as the Recognized Air Boss and take over the position as Air Boss of the STIHL National Championship Air Races. Position Requirements: Must have familiarity with the language…
Reserved Tickets Now On Sale for 2018 National Championship Air Races
STIHL 55th Annual National Championship Air Races Announces Reserved Tickets Now On Sale Reserved tickets for the STIHL 55th annual National Championship Air Races are now on sale. The event is scheduled September 12-16, 2018 at the Reno-Stead Airport and tickets can be purchased at www.airrace.org in the following options/categories: Reserved Tickets General Admission Pit Passes Chairman’s Tent The following tickets can be purchased by calling 775-972-6663: Checkered Flag Club Box Seating RV Parking Reserved Parking The Patriots Jet Team will headline this year’s performers and the Screamin’ Sasquatch Jet Waco from John Klatt Air Shows will perform aerobatics. Demonstrations…