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A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Airplanes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
Airplanes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Airplanes make their way around the course during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
Airplanes make their way around the course during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Airplanes make their way around the course during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
Airplanes make their way around the course during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
An airplane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Shawn Brewer enjoys the day during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
Shawn Brewer enjoys the day during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Linda Elvin, left, and her husband Brian watch as a plane goes by during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
Linda Elvin, left, and her husband Brian watch as a plane goes by during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Linda Elvin, right, and her husband Brian clap after a moment of silence during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
Linda Elvin, right, and her husband Brian clap after a moment of silence during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Section 3 founders Bob Lewis, middle, and his wife Barb, left, cheer during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
Section 3 founders Bob Lewis, middle, and his wife Barb, left, cheer during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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A member of the Section 3 fan group wears a shirt autographed by pilots during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
A member of the Section 3 fan group wears a shirt autographed by pilots during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Stewart Dawson flying Rare Bear in the Unlimited Class during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
Stewart Dawson flying Rare Bear in the Unlimited Class during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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Stewart Dawson flying Rare Bear, left, races Robert "Hoot" Gibson, flying his P-51D Mustang Strega in Unlimited Class during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
Stewart Dawson flying Rare Bear, left, races Robert "Hoot" Gibson, flying his P-51D Mustang Strega in Unlimited Class during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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John Parker, from Reno, flies his Mustang Blue Thunder II during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
John Parker, from Reno, flies his Mustang Blue Thunder II during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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The Breitling Jet Team performs during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
The Breitling Jet Team performs during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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The Breitling Jet Team performs during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
The Breitling Jet Team performs during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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The Breitling Jet Team performs during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
The Breitling Jet Team performs during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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The Breitling Jet Team performs during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
The Breitling Jet Team performs during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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Jeff Turney, from Reno, competes in the Jet Class in his plane Robin 1 during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
Jeff Turney, from Reno, competes in the Jet Class in his plane Robin 1 during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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Jeff Turney, from Reno, competes in the Jet Class in his plane Robin 1 during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
Jeff Turney, from Reno, competes in the Jet Class in his plane Robin 1 during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A Formula One heat race during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A Formula One heat race during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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Michael Pfleger competes in his T-6G plane called Midlife Madness during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
Michael Pfleger competes in his T-6G plane called Midlife Madness during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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Chip Morgan competes in his SNJ-6 plane during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
Chip Morgan competes in his SNJ-6 plane during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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David Martin performs during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
David Martin performs during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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David Martin performs during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
David Martin performs during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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Pilot Kevin Sutterfield had a landing gear collapse on the runway of his T-6 plane Honest Entry during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
Pilot Kevin Sutterfield had a landing gear collapse on the runway of his T-6 plane Honest Entry during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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Race announcer Danny Clisham during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
Race announcer Danny Clisham during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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Vic McMann taxis in his AT-6A plane called Gunslinger during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
Vic McMann taxis in his AT-6A plane called Gunslinger during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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Curt Brown flying Sawbones in the Unlimited Class during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
Curt Brown flying Sawbones in the Unlimited Class during the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015.
A photograph from the National Championship Air Races at the Reno-Stead Airfield Friday, Sept. 18, 2015. Tom R. Smedes/Special to the RGJ
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A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Photographers look to the sky during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Photographers look to the sky during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Photographers look to the sky during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Photographers look to the sky during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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CKRC Hobbies in Reno had personal drones for sale at the Reno Air Races, with prices ranging from $30 for the most basic setup to more than $1,500 for the most advanced.
CKRC Hobbies in Reno had personal drones for sale at the Reno Air Races, with prices ranging from $30 for the most basic setup to more than $1,500 for the most advanced. Seth A. Richardson/RGJ
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A set of drones sits in the Reno Air Races Drone Zone. Experts and enthusiasts educated visitors about the use of unmanned vehicles.
A set of drones sits in the Reno Air Races Drone Zone. Experts and enthusiasts educated visitors about the use of unmanned vehicles. Seth A. Richardson/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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The names of late pylon judges are seen during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
The names of late pylon judges are seen during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015.
The Breitling Jet Demo entertains the crowd during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 17, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
A racing plane makes its way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Racing planes make their way around a pylon during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Photographers look to the sky during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Photographers look to the sky during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Photographers look to the sky during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015.
Photographers look to the sky during the Reno National Championship Air Races at Stead Airport on Sept. 19, 2015. Jason Bean, Jason Bean/RGJ
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Once you get your fix watching the biplane, formula one, sport, t-6, jet and unlimited classes compete at the National Championship Air Races and Air Show this week, the organizers have come up with an event lineup that will be the icing on the aerobatic cake. Here is just a taste of the fun that awaits at the Reno-Stead Airport.

Shows in the sky

As the pilots take a break from circling pylons at incredible speeds, catch an air show by the Blue Angels, the United States Navy’s Flight Demonstration Squadron. The white-knuckle performances include the Blue Angels’ C-130 (affectionately known as Fat Albert), graceful maneuvers by the four-jet Diamond Formation, fast-paced, adrenaline-pumping tricks from two solo pilots and a six-jet Delta Formation grand finale.

How about a daring sky dive? You got it, thanks to the Wings of Blue United States Air Force Academy Jump Team. Watch as Jim Peitz performs in his Beechcraft F33C Bonanza — he’ll turn heads as he loops, rolls, hammerheads and blows a little smoke. The Smoke ‘n Thunder Jet Car, Lucas Oil Pitts and F-35 are also bringing something to the party as they fly through their appearances during the big event.

On the ground, the static display of military aircraft offers a peek inside the C-17 Globemaster III, C-130 Hercules, F-15 Eagle, A-10 Warthog, F-35 Lightning II, CH-47 Chinook Helicopter and more.

Grub and goodies

The lineup of food and drink vendors this year will not disappoint. Look for concessions around the field. Try a plate or two from favorite local kitchens and food trucks, or grab an icy lemonade, cold beer or other refreshing treat.

Head to the exhibitor area where you can peruse the latest in aircraft part manufacturing, flight schools and home improvement services. Find that perfect souvenir with vendors ranging from aviation art and military collectibles to pre-packaged foods, calendars and eye wear. Don’t forget to pickup a shirt, hat, sticker or other token to commemorate the experience.

New live tunes

For the first time in the event’s 53-year history, the Reno Air Races Association will host concerts following the final air race on Friday and Saturday night. The Nick Lawrence Band will bring some Texas country music with a twist of southern and alternative rock to the stage Friday. This band has opened shows for George Strait, Gary Allen and Diamond Rio.

Saturday night will feature The Juantanamos performing some of rock’s biggest hits, songs from their debut album “Ghost Tracks,” their upcoming album and a surprise special guest sure to bring down the hangar!

The Reno Air Racing Association will present the 2016 National Championship Air Races and Air Show held September 14–18, 2016 at the Reno-Stead Airport. For a complete schedule and more information visit airrace.org.

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