The race has been officially launched by RFDS WA’s Chief Pilot, Michael Bleus at a function at RACWA Jandakot on 10 November, 2011. So entry to the 2012 Outback Air Race is now open! Team registration forms and more information can be found on the entry page.
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.
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).
