[1] Following the discontinuation of the Powder Puff Derby in 1977, the Air Race Classic was established that same year by a new organization to take its place.
This thrilling international competition covers a distance of 2,269 nautical miles, concluding on June 21 at KFNL Northern Colorado Regional Airport in Loveland, CO.
Get ready to witness exhilarating feats of aviation prowess as pilots navigate their way through challenging terrain and unpredictable weather to reach the finish line.
[2] The 2014 race will occur June 16–19, 2014 with ten stops in 4 days flying from Concord, California to New Cumberland, Pennsylvania in the quest for the fastest time.
The race was won by pilots Kelly Burris of Ann Arbor, Michigan and Erin Recke of Seattle in a Beechcraft Debonair.