Lewis University will be competing in the 2016 Air Race Classic!
Lewis University will be competing in the 2016 Air Race Classic! This race is the epicenter of women's air racing and including race teams from a variety of backgrounds including airline pilots, corporate pilots, air traffic controllers and collegiate teams.
This year's race route is 2,400 miles long and starts in Prescott, Arizona and finishes in Daytona Beach, Florida.
The race originated in 1929, the air race classic has provided many adventures to female aviators. Flying fast and strong today, the Air Race Classic is attracting world-wide success and remains a venue for competitive flying. Louise Thaden is quoted as saying, "… added skills are developed, self-confidence is increased and enduring friendships are made". And Blanche Noyes added, "Flying is ageless."
Lewis University Aviation is excited to be a part of this amazing event!
