Selected Reno Races 50th Anniversary Photos by Tatsuo “Ken” Sakurai
Beautiful Photos by Tatsuo “Ken” Sakurai of our WWII War Birds – P-51, Yak 11, Hawker Sea Fury, F7F Tigercat, T-28, Grumman F8F-2 Bearcat, P-40 and other nice things..
Virgin Galactic’s Supersonic Rocket-Powered Flight Takes Space Seriously!
Perhaps as a consequence, Virgin Galactic’s civilian space program will instill a noble spirit around the world, one that will enhance a committed reverence for our tiny planet in this pristine, infinite and unfathomable universe in which we find ourselves…just by looking out the window.
Reno Nation Championship Air Race CEO & President Mike Houghton Dismissed!
Removed”…To Further Reduce Expenditures And Streamline Our Efforts…” On the last day of 2013, the Reno Air Race Association provided a surprising press release which stated Mike Houghton, CEO & … Continue Reading Reno Nation Championship Air Race CEO & President Mike Houghton Dismissed!
Mark Mangold Interview at Reno Pylon Racing School – from National Air Race Podcast
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUa6bnmrRJI I had a fun time interviewing Airline Pilot and Red Bull Racing Champion, Mark Mangold at the Reno Pylon Racing School (PRS) which is held each June prior to … Continue Reading Mark Mangold Interview at Reno Pylon Racing School – from National Air Race Podcast
Thrill Master, Sean D. Tucker & Legendary Test Pilot, Bob Hoover Present Heritage Awards at the Reno Races 2012
Many Legends, History Makers, Thrill Masters, Record Setters, and Aviation Preservationists in Attendance to Present the NAHI 2012 Awards at the Reno Races!
The Aviation Heritage awards were lively, fun and I’m sure exciting for the recipients of the prestigious awards, especially the inaugural recipient of the newly named Neil A. Armstrong National … Continue Reading Many Legends, History Makers, Thrill Masters, Record Setters, and Aviation Preservationists in Attendance to Present the NAHI 2012 Awards at the Reno Races!
The Neil A. Armstrong Aviation Heritage Trophy Unveiled Today at the Reno Races!
The Board Members of the National Aviation Hall of Fame announced the Neil A. Armstrong Aviation Heritage Trophy will be unveiled and presented to the Grand Champion of the 14th … Continue Reading The Neil A. Armstrong Aviation Heritage Trophy Unveiled Today at the Reno Races!
2012 Reno Air Races are On!!
Greetings loyal race fans! So excited and grateful to be attending the Reno Races this year! This weekend I’ll be posting fantastic photos from my colleagues, and a few from … Continue Reading 2012 Reno Air Races are On!!
Tragedy at the Reno Air Races Friday, September 16, 2011
At approximately 4:20 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 16, during Unlimited Class Gold Heat, the P-51 Mustang “Galloping Ghost,” piloted by Jimmy Leeward, crashed into the box seat area in front … Continue Reading Tragedy at the Reno Air Races Friday, September 16, 2011
BiPlane and Formula Qualification Day Photos
Yesterday was a beautiful day for flying and photographs were plentiful – here’s a sampling of a few beauties!
Final Qualification Day – September 14, 2011
Clear Sky’s for this final day of qualifications for all classes! Yesterday was intermittently stormy with beautiful story book clouds – great for pictures, but no so good with aircraft. … Continue Reading Final Qualification Day – September 14, 2011
More September 13, 2011 Pics
Interview with Heather Penney Pilot of L-29 Raju Grace
What a pleasure it was to interview Heather Penney while at Reno this year. She was quite a sought-after woman on this her debut year of racing at the National … Continue Reading Interview with Heather Penney Pilot of L-29 Raju Grace
Reno 2010 – Another Great Year at the Races!
This year I had an opportunity to interview more pilots and crew than ever. I am so pleased to post these interviews in their entirety. With special permission from the … Continue Reading Reno 2010 – Another Great Year at the Races!
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