British Air Racing

The 2024 Schneider Trophy saw a first, with a Pipistrel Velis Electro becoming the first electric aircraft to enter the famous Air Race conceived in 1912 to encourage technical advances in civil aviation. The Flying Reporter was on hand to record the historic event. https://youtu.be/JeyUxQQpSWg?si=-Tc1xcteN_Qf2avi
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First electric aircraft in historic race The Pipistrel Velis Electro enters the historic Schneider Trophy air race at Goodwood in West Sussex, England.Get involved with British air racinghttps://www...

To begin preparation for another fantastic summer season of events, races, and experiences, we are hosting two "Air Race Training Days". These are open days at Popham Airfield on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st April 2024. The days are free to attend and open to those who have more than or close to a minimum of 100 hours P1. Both days are identical so you just have to choose which day you wish to attend.
To register your place, please complete the registration form https://forms.gle/b4mqr78GCTWx88CF6 and we look forward to meeting you!
Check out the Flying Reporter's video from his Air Race weekend experience at https://youtu.be/qaGwD2JuLyY

Fantastic video by The Flying Reporter who joined us for the first race of the season at Sherburn in Elmet back in May.

I compete in a British air race - UNBELIEVABLE fun! I'm invited to fly as navigator on my first ever air race and it was so much fun!This video is sponsored by Pooley's Flight Equipment. Get a 5% discount off...

Congratulations to Dave Moorman on winning the 2023 British Air Racing Championship in his Mudry CAP-10B G-DAVM

The 2023 Schneider Trophy will be run as a time trial event over two laps above the Solent on September 23/24, allowing competitors without previous handicap air racing experience to compete. If you would like more information, please get in touch with [email protected] or enter directly via the following link https://forms.gle/hf5zAAv98MEDLfzG8

The event will be a two-day race weekend, with the Merlin Trophy on Saturday and the Schneider Trophy on Sunday. The fastest aircraft will enter the course first to avoid confliction and will be launching from Sandown Airfield.

Entries are required by 17 September.

A few photos from the Sherburn air race weekend

Tomorrow is the day for Flyball 2023. All participating airfields have entry forms, so simply turn up and enter. Good luck to everyone joining in; it's going to be a fun day.

A selection of photo taken by Jez Poller on Saturday at Sherbun

After the disappointment of the Fishburn race weekend being cancelled due to the weather, all eyes were on the forecast for this weekend and the Prestigious King's Cup at Sherburn in Elmet. Saturdays race was for the Steward's Cup, blustery conditions made for a challenging race. Coming home in 1st place was Martin Gosling in race 25 followed by Jonathon Willis in race 1 and 3rd place was Dave Moorman in race 22.
Sunday was a more settled day with the wind for the big race, The coverted King's Cup . A close finish saw Jonathon Willis in 1st place. John Kelsall and navigator Ian Scarbrough race 15 in 2nd place and Martin Gosling in 3rd place. Many thanks to all at the Sherburn Aero Club for hosting the event, Club Chairman Simon Cook for presenting the trophies, Dave Salt for assisting with our ground crew and many thanks to all the staff of the Digby's cafe diner for the excellent food and drinks throughout the weekend. (photos to follow)

There's just one week to go to the start of the 2023 FlyBall competition.
For more information, rules and an entry form, go to https://www.royalaeroclubrrra.co.uk/flyball or register your interest at https://forms.gle/Yv4jMKjt4u7PL73J7

There's less than two weeks to go to the 2023 FlyBall Navex Competition. To enter, simply follow this link https://forms.gle/vy3JdoWQPr8a6cee6.
It's not too late for new airfields to sign up. If you are interested in having your airfield be part of the competition, email us at [email protected]

Entries are now open for FlyBall 2023 @ https://forms.gle/xa8dchCDNS1DnKYZ8

The list of participating airfields continues to grow with Cumbernauld Airport and Oaksey Park Airfield now coming onboard.

More airfields are signing up to be part of the 2023 FlyBall competition. Why not add your airfield to this unique and fun event?
Current airfields include Popham, Denham, Shobdon, Blackbushe, Brimpton, Kitytyhawk, Brighton City, Nottingham, Gamston and Sandown with more expected to sign up shortly.

Due to the adverse weather conditions this weekend, The committe have made the decision to cancel this weekends races at Fishburn. The number one priority is the safety of all our competitors.

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FlyBall '23 dates announced by Royal Aero Club : The Royal Aero Club 3Rs has announced its 2023 FlyBall navigation competition will be held on Saturday, 26 August at Popham Airfield.

The third race weekend of the season will take place at Fishburn Airfield on the 22nd / 23rd July with the Goodyear & City Livery trophies up for grabs.

Some photos from the Leeds East air race weekend

A few photos from the Leeds East air race weekend

A great weekend was had by all at Leeds East for the second race weekend of the season. Whilst it was very hot, it was excellent conditions for flying. Saturday saw the competitor's line up for the Battle of Britain Trophy. The winner was Dave Moorman, race 22, in his CAP-10. In second place was Bob Johnson, race 9, in his Stolp SA-100 Starduster and third place was Gavin Connolly, race 49 in his Vans RV4.
On Sunday was the Strongbow Trophy. In first place was Dave Moorman, race 22. Second place was Gavin Connolly, race 49 and Third place was John Kelsall, race 15 in his AA-5A Cheetah, with Ian Scarbrough as his navigator. Special thanks to all the staff at Leeds East Airport for hosting our event and to all the staff at the Fenton Café & Grill for the excellent food served over the weekend. The next race will be held at Fishburn on the 22nd/23rd July.

An excellent weekend of Air Racing at Sherburn in Elmet. We had 8 starters lined up on Saturday for the Paul Walker Trophy. Four laps of the 22 mile course saw Martin Gosling, race #25, come home in 1st place, 2nd was Dave Moorman, Race #22 and 3rd was Jonathan Willis in Race #1. Jonathan had special guest Jon Hunt, aka The Flying Reporter as his navigator, who recorded the Race Weekend. Keep an eye on his youtube channel for his video.
Sunday we had 7 competetors on the grid for the Ginger Lacey Trophy. The winner was Dave Moorman in race #22 with Gavin Connelly, race #49 in 2nd followed by Bob Johnson in race #9.
A huge thank you to all at the Sherburn Aero Club for hosting us at their wonderful airfield, if was great to be back. Also to all the staff at the Digby's cafe for keeping all well fed through out the day and a superb buffet in the evening.

LAA Appoints New CEO
“This is my dream role and I can’t wait to get started!”
Simon Tilling has been appointed as the new CEO of the Light Aircraft Association. He will start in his new role in mid-April. Simon brings to the Association a wealth of leadership, general management and customer service experience gained in the technology sector including ‘blue chip’ brands such as Dell and Sony, together with a passion for sport and recreational aviation.
Simon is an experienced pilot who has owned various LAA types, including one of the UK’s oldest Taylorcraft Auster aircraft. He’s also a former British Air Racing champion and was from 2020 to 2022 the chairman of the Royal Aero Club ‘3Rs’ committee for races, records and rallies, during which time he regenerated the appeal of air racing to new participants.
Eryl Smith, Chairman of the LAA said “I am delighted to announce Simon’s appointment as CEO of the LAA and look forward to working with him to further improve the performance and standing of the Association on behalf of our members.”

Want to get more out of your flying? Getting bored with the £100.00 bacon butty run? Then why not try Air Racing. With a race practice and two air races over the weekend, its a fantastic way to hone your skills. Also, we have great social evenings during the race weekends. Interested? Send a message to either of the emails on the poster below for more details.

Saturday 19th November was our AGM, Symposium and Gala Dinner. On hand was special guest Steve Slater, CEO of the LAA to present the trophies.

Congratulations to Simon Tilling for winning the Queen's Cup air race in his vintage DHC1 Chipmunk. This was a special one off race to celebrate the centenary of the Kings Cup air race which had two classes running together. Bob Johnson in his Stolp Starduster was the winner of the conventional class. A huge thank you should also go out to our Social Secretary, Julie, for organising a fabulous 1920's themed celebration dinner.

On the start line for the Kings Cup air race