A statement from the Air Race Classic president

As we prepare for the 2020 Air Race Classic, we are aware of and sensitive to the current circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 virus and any potential impacts to our annual event scheduled for the third week of June. We are closely monitoring the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention statements regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases and following the guidelines from the CDC and state/local health departments. The safety of our participants, officials, spectators, and volunteers is a primary concern for us.

At this moment, we have no plans to reschedule or cancel the 2020 race.

We will continue to monitor the situation and will communicate any updates as necessary. Any questions may be directed to safety@airraceclassic.org.

Lara Gaerte, President Air Race Classic, Inc. 

2020 Race Registration Deadline Extended to April 15

In order to assist teams that are still working on their race entries, the racer/team entry deadline has been extended from March 31 to April 15.

We will be extending Airplane registration deadlines and Handicap flight deadlines out to May 15 and June 15 respectively.  Handicap briefing dates have been updated.   See the handicap training page for updates.

Dates are refreshed on our website.

A Message to Handicap Pilots

Racers and Handicap Pilots, Please make sure you have the latest version of the Handicap Procedures, dated Feb. 16, 2020.  Updates were made to clarify that any rear seat in the aircraft that is fore/aft adjustable, must be set to its most aft position for the Handicap Flight.

Volunteers Needed at Pierre, South Dakota

If you can help at Pierre, SD, go to the How To Volunteer web page and complete your interest form. 

Start & Terminus Weekends - Update

Planning is continuing for the events in Grand Forks (Start) and Terre Haute (Terminus). While our hosts are currently assisting with the immediate needs for the COVID-19 situation at their locations right now, they are also moving forward with finalizing details for the 2020 Air Race Classic. Please be patient with your questions if you are contacting them. You may also contact Minnetta Gardinier, ARC Start/Terminus Liaison, with your questions if you're unable to reach the Start or Terminus Chair.

START (https://www.airraceclassic.org/event-start.htm) - If you haven't already, be sure to review information in the Start Welcome Letter (S-07). You will find Start hotel information here. The Start Schedule of Events (S-06) is now posted for your Start weekend in Grand Forks. You should begin to get familiar with this document. In particular, you will see several events that are mandatory for all racers/teams, and you will see when Racer and Airplane credentials are conducted.

TERMINUS (https://www.airraceclassic.org/event-terminus.htm) - If you haven't already, be sure to review information in the Terminus Welcome Letter (T-07). You will find Terminus hotel information here. The Terminus Chair is still finalizing her Terminus Schedule of Events (T-06) for the Terminus weekend, but I anticipate that this will be published shortly.

Interested in helping out at the Start or Terminus? Or an En Route Stop? Be sure to go to the How To Volunteer web page and complete your interest form. You can identify your location of interest on this form.

The eFlyby is published for the public and aviation enthusiasts. It will be sent monthly to provide general information about the Air Race Classic. The content will be targeted to those interested in this annual cross country air race - pilots, volunteers, aviation enthusiasts, friends and families of those participating in the race. We welcome your suggestions and comments. Air Race Classic, Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization. Your tax-deductible donations are welcome. Disclaimer: ARC eFlyby (the official public electronic news flyers) and ARC eRacer (Racer & Volunteer Only electronic news) are designed to be educational, informational, and promotional. During all aspects of the Air Race Classic Event, FAA Regulations and the most current ARC Rules & Procedures and documentation take precedence over all other materials. The Air Race Classic, Inc. is not responsible for any errors in news publishing.