10th November / RACWA / Race Launch and Invitation to Participate
Come and join us at the Royal Aero Club of WA, Jandakot, at 7pm on the 10th of November 2011 for the official Race Launch and Information Evening. See attached flier.
Sponsors
The air race committee is currently in discussions with a number of potential sponsors, however if you would like to be considered for event sponsorship please contact us.
What is the Outback Air Race?
The Outback Air Race is a GPS-based navigation time trial throughout the remote Australian outback. With as many as 60 competitors in 25 aircraft, pilots nominate an elapsed time between two waypoints, receiving points for both time and location accuracy.
With the aim to raise funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service, competitors and spectators have raised over $1.2 million since its inception in 1996. All funds from each race go towards outfitting RFDS aircraft with essential medical equipment, vital for treating sick and injured patients and saving lives of those who become critically ill and require urgent medical assistance.
When is the next outback air race?
The next air race will be held from 27th August 2012 to 8th September 2012. The race committee is already actively planning the event. Stay up-to-date with race information by joining the webpage RSS feed or mailing list (see the contacts page).