TGreen Posted September 12, 2022 Report Posted September 12, 2022 Anyone going? This will be my first time. Tips and recommendations would be appreciated!
gdwinc Posted September 12, 2022 Report Posted September 12, 2022 I'm going to attend, but just on Thursday. I haven't attended for 20+ years so I don't have any tips or recommendations. I'm interested to hear what tips others might have. 1
MooneyMitch Posted September 12, 2022 Report Posted September 12, 2022 Take the usual sun protection stuff……….hat, sunscreen…… plenty of water! It’s quite expensive, but I highly recommend purchasing the best pit pass available! It allows you up close view of all the planes. A thrill for sure!! If you’re willing to share extra finances, get yourself to one of the race pylons during the races, especially the unlimited! Wow! Enjoy! 2
Niko182 Posted September 12, 2022 Report Posted September 12, 2022 Id recommend a mask for this year. Not for covid but for the smoke. Its pretty bad this time of year up there. 1
natdm Posted September 13, 2022 Report Posted September 13, 2022 Will this even happen if it's still IFR? Seems like the airport is IFR most of the day, the last few days.
carusoam Posted September 13, 2022 Report Posted September 13, 2022 4 minutes ago, natdm said: Will this even happen if it's still IFR? Seems like the airport is IFR most of the day, the last few days. Ever watch a car race in the rain? How about in fog? Expect there are rules regarding the weather that allows them to race or not race… We have a few MSers that are part of the crews out there… They are pretty good with supplying answers to questions like this… but, today they might be a little busy… Best regards, -a-
Air pirate Posted September 13, 2022 Report Posted September 13, 2022 I’m with race 28 Jet and race 24 Sport , smoke hasn’t been too bad early in the day until the winds pick up. hopefully it will stay clear enough, each race is determined by a pre race briefing and the pilots will make the call if it’s safe . the air races are unlike anything you have experienced, be sure to buy a pit pass, the crews and spectators are the best. Be mindful of “Section 3” Have fun ! 2 1
carusoam Posted September 13, 2022 Report Posted September 13, 2022 Just now, Air pirate said: I’m with race 28 Jet and race 24 Sport , smoke hasn’t been too bad early in the day until the winds pick up. hopefully it will stay clear enough, each race is determined by a pre race briefing and the pilots will make the call if it’s safe . the air races are unlike anything you have experienced, be sure to buy a pit pass, the crews and spectators are the best. Be mindful of “Section 3” Have fun ! Way to go Air pirate! Good Luck! (Even though you don’t need it!) Best regards, -a- 1
Air pirate Posted September 13, 2022 Report Posted September 13, 2022 Thank you , we’ll take luck over being good anytime 1
natdm Posted September 13, 2022 Report Posted September 13, 2022 Thanks @Air pirate. I'm still deciding whether or not to fly in to KRNO with a friend, to see the races. Would be a huge bummer to fly there and have the races get nixed (though I understand and agree if it happens). Sounds like it's going to be a last minute decision.
carusoam Posted September 14, 2022 Report Posted September 14, 2022 https://airrace.org/sights-and-sounds/racing-class-info/jet-class-gallery/ The site even has the rules… if interested in reading a lot…. -a-
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