NATIONAL CHAMPION AIR RACES NEWS RELEASE
The National Championship Air Races in Reno were named one of the top ten air shows in the world by USA Today. The annual event shares the title with shows from across the United States, as well as England, Germany and Canada. The article cites the unique racing aspect of the show as a reason for spectators to visit the Reno Air Races year after year. The Reno Air Races are one of the few remaining aerial race events in the world, in addition to showcasing airplane acrobatics.
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This year, the races will celebrate its 50th annual event September 11 through 15, at the Reno-Stead Airport. Tickets went on sale on March 1. More details on this year’s golden celebration will be released during a press briefing in Carson City, Nevada, on March 12 at approximately 4 p.m. Additional information on the briefing will be provided at a later date.
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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 10 years, the event has attracted more than 200,000 spectators per year 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, to obtain media credentials or purchase tickets for this year’s event, visit www.airrace.org.
