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Join the Team: Volunteer at the 2025 National Championship Air Races!
The National Championship Air Races are coming to Roswell, NM, September 10–14, 2025, and we need your help to make history! This once-in-a-lifetime event can’t happen without the support of dedicated volunteers, and we’re looking for enthusiastic people to join our...
Catching up with Kevin Quinn after a Successful 2019
Kevin Quinn is a very busy man these days. Part bush pilot, part heli-ski guide, part flight...
Sue Gardner Joins RARA Board
RENO, Nev. (October 14, 2019) —Longtime Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aviation Event...
STOL Drag Racing Added as New Racing Class for 2020 Event
From the heart-pounding excitement of head-to-head racing to the world-renowned U.S. Air Force...
National Aviation Heritage Invitational Announces 2019 Awards to Restored Aircraft Recipient of the Neil A. Armstrong Aviation Heritage Trophy
National Aviation Hall of Fame Enshrinees joined presenting sponsor Perform Air International in...
STIHL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES – GOLD RESULTS
RENO, Nev. (Sept. 15, 2019) — The final day of race week began with the Welcoming Ceremonies,...
STIHL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES – SATURDAY RESULTS
RENO, Nev. (Sept. 14, 2019) — The STIHL National Championship Air Races continued on Saturday with...
STIHL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES – FRIDAY RESULTS
RENO, Nev. (Sept. 13, 2019) — Today, was Military Appreciation Day at the STIHL National...
STIHL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES – THURSDAY RESULTS
RENO, Nev. (Sept. 12, 2019) — The 2019 STIHL National Championship Air Races are officially...
STIHL National Championship Air Races Attractions and Events
RENO, Nev. (September 9, 2019) – The fastest motorsport in the world returns to the STIHL National...
Thunderbirds Make Triumphant Return to Reno
If it feels like a while since the United States Air Force Thunderbirds have soared high above...
What Makes the Reno Air Races a Family Event
These days, it’s getting harder and harder to find events that truly appeal to each member of the...
Racers Announced for STIHL National Championship Air Races
Reno, Nev. (Aug. 22, 2019) –This September 11–15 the high desert north of Reno will be home to...
The Wonder of Flight
Celebrate National Aviation Day on August 19 National Aviation Day is the perfect time to get your...
Method Seven: Proud Sponsor of the Reno Air Races
Optics manufacturer Method Seven is partnering with the Reno Air Races Association (RARA) as an...
Preparing for Greatness
Pylon Racing Seminar 2019 It’s a road you won’t find on any map. A road that stretches from one...
Preview of National Aviation Heritage Invitational Neil A. Armstrong Print Released
Meet with some of the featured aviation legends at the STIHL National Championship Air Races Sept....
STIHL National Championship Air Races Announces Final Performance Lineup
RENO, Nev. (July 16, 2019) —As if featuring the world’s fastest motorsport wasn’t enough the 2019...
STOL Drag Racing to Make Debut in Reno
This year’s demonstration may lead to first new racing class in more than 20 years RENO, Nev....
NAHI Restoration and Judging
It takes a lot of dedication, hours and sweat to bring something almost 50 years old back to life....
Pylon Racing Seminar Sees Largest, Most Diverse Class
The annual “Rookie School” for the STIHL National Championship Air Races was held June 5-8 RENO,...
Tony Marini Joins Reno Air Racing Association Board
RENO, Nev. (June 4, 2019) —Former Hot August Nights executive director, Tony Marini, is lending...
Just How Fast Can a P-51 Mustang Go?
Military planes have been around for centuries. There is a multitude of types and sizes. Each...
Reno Air Racing Association Secures License Through 2020 for STIHL National Championship Air Races
RENO, Nev. (May 24, 2019) —The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) announced today that the...
Free Field Trip Signups Open!
The GRADD-NVBAA STEM Education Discovery Zone is returning in September bigger and better than...
Reno Air Racing Association Welcomes New Staff Members
Reno Air Racing Association recently hired two new staff members. Seonga McNeal joins as event...
Free STIHL National Championship Air Races Field Trip Signups Open
The STEM Discovery Zone returns this September RENO, Nev. (May 8, 2019) —The STIHL National...
Reno Air Racing Association Welcomes New Board Members
RENO, Nev. (February 12, 2019) —Reno Air Racing Association announces the addition of two new...
STIHL National Championship Air Races Set For September 11-15
RENO, Nev. (February 4, 2019) — Aviation tradition returns to Reno, Nev. this September with the...
National Aviation Heritage Invitational Returns to Reno
Reno, Nev. (January 28, 2019) – Applications are now open for the National Aviation Heritage...
The Thunderbirds are Coming!
After nearly a decade the world-famous Thunderbirds are returning to the 2019 STIHL National...
Thunderbirds to Headline 2019 STIHL National Championship Air Races
U.S. Air Force will perform in Reno Sept. 14 & 15 RENO, Nev. (January 8, 2018) — The U.S. Air...
RARA Announces Partnership to Expand Air Racing in China
The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) is pleased to announce a ten-year agreement with First...
STIHL National Championship Air Races Now a Featured Event of Grunt Style Air Show Majors Tour
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 23, 2018 THE STIHL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES INCLUDED AS A...
RARA Announces Winner of Checkered Flag Signed by all the Pilots
RARA announces the winner of the Checkered Flag signed by all of the participating pilots!...
RARA Announces Winner of 50/50 Raffle!
RARA announces the lucky winner of the 50/50 raffle! Winning Number #A 2944313 Please contact the...
The Reno Air Racing Association Announces Results from Sunday, September 16th
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 16, 2018 The Reno Air Racing Association Announces Results from...
STIHL National Championship Air Races Announces Results from Saturday, September 15th
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 15, 2018 STIHL National Championship Air Races Announces Results...
STIHL National Championship Air Races Announces Results from Friday, September 14
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 14, 2018 STIHL National Championship Air Races Announces Results...
STIHL National Championship Air Races Announces Results from Thursday, September 13
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 13, 2018 STIHL National Championship Air Races Announces Results...
Win a Ride with the John Klatt Airshow Team with Purchase of Reserved Grandstand Tickets on Thursday 9/13!
Here is your chance to experience the ride of a lifetime! Everyone with Reserved Grandstand...
Wednesday, September 12th is Nevada Appreciation Day
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th IS NEVADA APPRECIATION DAY AT THE STIHL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR...
RARA Announces Racer Lineup for 2018 STIHL National Championship Air Races
Racers Announced for the 55th STIHL National Championship Air Races Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air...
RARA Issues Call for Security Volunteers
RENO AIR RACING ASSOCIATION ISSUES CALL FOR SECURITY VOLUNTEERS RENO, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing...
RARA Announces New Deputy Director of Operations and Deputy Air Bosses
Reno Air Racing Association Announces New Deputy Director of Operations and Deputy Air Bosses for...
NAHI Announces Line Up for 55th STIHL National Championship Air Races
THE NATIONAL AVIATION HERITAGE INVITATIONAL LLC RELEASES THE AIRCRAFT LINEUP -At the 55THAnnual...
Commemorative Air Force Southern California Wing (CAF SoCal) to the 2018 Lineup of Performers
Reno Air Racing Association Adds Commemorative Air Force to the 2018 Lineup for the 55th Annual...
RARA Announces Military Appreciation Day, Friday September 14
RENO AIR RACING ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY, FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 14 at...
Patriots Jet Team
The Patriots Jet Team will return to the Reno sky this year to entertain and thrill the spectators...
RARA Announces Oris Watches as the Official Timepiece Sponsor
Reno Air Racing Association Announces Oris as the Official Timepiece Sponsor for the 55thannual...
RARA Announces NAHI Will Return in 2018
National Aviation Heritage Invitational (NAHI) returns to the STIHL...
RARA Will Help Educate Youth About Aviation and Technology
RENO AIR RACING ASSOCIATION WILL HELP EDUCATE LOCAL YOUTH ABOUT AVIATION AND TECHNOLOGY AT RENO...
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...
RARA Will Display Air Racing Plane at “The Biggest Little Birthday” Reno 150 Celebration
The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) will be participating as a vendor at “The Biggest Little...
***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...
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...
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...
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...
“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...
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,...
RARA Opens New Position: Deputy Air Boss
RARA IS SEEKING A NEW DEPUTY AIR BOSS, ASSISTANT TO THE AIR BOSS, FOR THE STIHL NATIONAL...
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...
RARA Announces Fred Telling as CEO
RENO AIR RACING ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES FRED TELLING AS CEO The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA)...
Reno Air Racing Association Announces Aerobatics Performers for 55th Annual STIHL National Championship Air Races
Reno Air Racing Association Announces Aerobatics Performers for 55th Annual STIHL National...
Tickets for 55th Annual STIHL National Championship Air Races Are Now On Sale
2018 Tickets for the 55th Annual STIHL National Championship Air Races Now On Sale The event is...
54th National Championship Air Races to Host Military Appreciation Day Saturday, September 16th
Day will conclude with a USO-Type Show Reno, NV – The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) today...
RARA Announces “GRADD-NVBAA STEM Education Discovery Zone” at 54th National Championship Air Races
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 14, 2017 RARA Announces “GRADD-NVBAA STEM Education Discovery Zone”...
RARA Announces Racers for the 54th National Championship Air Races
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 8, 2017 RARA Announces Racers for the 54th National Championship Air...
RARA to Hold Online Fundraiser to Increase Purse for Unlimited Class
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 19, 2016 RARA to Hold Online Fundraiser to Increase Purse...
National Championship Air Races Partners with Costco to Sell Tickets
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 26, 2017 National Championship Air Races Partners...
54th National Championship Air Races to Host MultiGP Drone Racing League National Championship During Race Week
Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association today announced that they have signed an agreement...
RARA Announces Freestyle Motocross Performer for 54th National Championship Air Races
Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association today announced that Livfast FMX will perform at the...
RARA Announces Temporary Safety Closure of Public Lands for Pylon Racing Seminar
Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association today announced that there will be a temporary...
RARA Announces Aerobatics Performer for 54th National Championship Air Races
Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association today announced that Brad Wursten Airshows will...
RARA Announces Two Fan Favorites Will Race in the Unlimited Class in 2017
Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association today announced that two fan favorite airplanes will...
Statement from the Reno Air Racing Association on Planes of Fame Airshow
Reno, Nev. – Reno Air Racing Association Board of Directors Chairman John Agather made the...
NBC Sports Episode Two on YouTube
The second of three, one-hour episodes of the 2016 STIHL National Championship Air Races is now...
2016 STIHL National Championship Air Races Episode 2 Airs Saturday on NBC Sports Network
Reno, Nev. – The second of three, one-hour episodes featuring the 2016 STIHL National Championship...
NBC Sports Episode 1 On YouTube
Did you miss the first episode of the 2016 STIHL National Championship Air Races on NBC Sports...
RARA Announces Design Contest for 54th National Championship Air Races
Reno, Nev. – Calling all racing fans and artists! The Reno Air Racing Association today launched a...
First NBC Sports Airing THIS Saturday, 2pm ET/11am PT
The first of three, one-hour planned NBC Sports Network broadcasts of last year's National...
A-10 Heritage Flight Team Coming to Reno
The US Air Force has released the 2017 airshow schedule for the A-10 Thunderbolt II Heritage Teams...
NBC Sports to Air First Episode of National Championship Air Races in 10 days
Reno, Nev. – The first one-hour episode featuring last year’s 53rd National Championship Air Races...
Reno Air Racing Association Announces Duane Meyer as new Security Director
Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) today announced that Duane Meyer has joined...
Media Credentials Closed
The application process for 2018 Media Credentials is now closed.
RARA Announces Texas Flying Legends Museum Will Attend and Perform at 2017 National Championship Air Races
Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) today announced that the Texas Flying Legends...
Reno Air Racing Association Welcomes Frederick Telling to Board of Directors
Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) today announced that Dr. Frederick W. Telling...
Reno Air Racing Association Accepts Donations to Further Charitable Outreach
Donations allow organization to support community Reno, Nev. – As a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, the...
15% Off Merchandise in NCAR Store Through 12-31-16
Looking for holiday gifts or stocking stuffers? Take 15% off all merchandise at the National...
RARA Mourns the Passing of William “Bill” Kerchenfaut
Friends and Fans Mourn the Passing of William “Bill” Kerchenfaut By: Scott Germain Air racing, as...
Tickets for 2017 National Championship Air Races On Sale Now
Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association today announced that tickets for the 54th National...
Remembering R.A. “Bob” Hoover
The STIHL National Championship Air Races were saddened to learn this morning of the passing of...
Op-Ed in the Reno Gazette-Journal
Our President/CEO wrote an op-ed, which was published in the Reno Gazette-Journal. You can read the full article here. Thanks for your continued support of the STIHL National Championship Air Races!
Op-Ed in the Reno Gazette-Journal
Our President/CEO wrote an op-ed, which was published in the Reno Gazette-Journal. You can read...
Updated Historical Race Report Data
Missing the Air Races already? Well, you are in luck. We’ve been working on updating the historical race results pages by adding new information from previous years. If you want to take a look, click here.
Updated Historical Race Report Data
Missing the Air Races already? Well, you are in luck. We’ve been working on updating the...
The 53rd National Championship Air Races – Final Results
Reno, Nev. – The 53rd National Championship Air Races are the world’s premier air racing event....
Friday and Saturday Evening Concert Location
The STIHL National Championship Air Races will hold two free to race attendees concerts this year....
STIHL Signs On As Presenting Sponsor of the STIHL National Championship Air Races
Company was a gold sponsor of the NBC Sports show last year Reno, Nev. – The STIHL National...
RARA TO HOLD MOCK EMERGENCY TABLETOP EXERCISE TUESDAY, AUGUST 23RD
Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) will hold a mock emergency tabletop exercise...
Last Call for Media Credentials
The deadline to apply for media credentials is next Monday, August 15th. If you’ve already applied...