RARA NEWS RELEASE
The Reno Air Racing Association is now selling tickets for the 49th annual National Championship Air Races. In January, the organization announced that the 2012 event would take place Sept. 12-16, 2012, at Reno-Stead Airport. Tickets are available online at www.airrace.org or by calling 775.972.6663.
“The National Championship Air Races have provided a fun-filled racing experience for hundreds of thousands of fans from all over the globe for nearly half a century, and we are committed to preserving this historic and unique aviation event,” said Mike Houghton, president and CEO of the National Championship Air Races. “The continued support of our incredible fans from within the northern Nevada community and around the world has been overwhelming, and we plan to put on a powerful and emotional celebration for them this year.”
In light of the tragedy of last September, the Reno Air Racing Association is planning a world-class memorial and tribute, as part of this year’s event, to those who lost their lives and for their family and friends. More details will be announced later this year.
The 49th annual National Championship Air Races will feature David Martin, Kent Pietsch, Patty Wagstaff, Jim Pietz flying a Bonanza and the U.S. Navy F/A-18 Hornet. Additionally, the L-39 Patriot Jet Team will return to awe crowds with their recognizable red, white and blue smoke system and the notorious “Tail Slide” where the aircraft slides backward toward the ground.
The National Aviation Heritage Invitational will be on-site to recognize and celebrate some of the most well-known and historic restored aircraft from around the world. Pilots and aviation enthusiasts alike have the opportunity to cruise through the extraordinary display.
To purchase tickets for the 49th annual event or for more information about the National Championship Air Races, visit www.airrace.org or call 775.972.6663.
About the National Championship Air Races
Held every September just north of Reno, the National Championship Air Races have become an institution for northern Nevada and aviation enthusiasts from around the world. In the past ten years, the event has attracted more than 200,000 spectators annually and generated more than $80 million a year for the region’s economy. The event features six racing classes, a large display of static aircraft and several military and civil flight demonstrations. For more information on the National Championship Air Races, visit www.airrace.org.
