Membership Matters
Membership of the Royal Aero Club Records Racing and Rally Association (the 3Rs) is open to anyone.
Go air racing: apply using the Membership Application form now!
Learn more on this page about how members can race as pilots or to race as navigators or volunteer to help in the organisation of air races.
Race Pilots and Navigators
Coming to a race as a spectator or a member is exciting enough for many of us, but if you want to race as a pilot or navigator then here’s what you need to do.
Race Pilots
Safety is paramount and only a pilot with at least 100 hours P1 experience and a valid FAI Competitor’s Licence may compete in air racing. You also need a piston-driven aircraft that can exceed 100mph (in level flight). Membership and fees is a maximum of £1175 for the season whether you pay up front, per race or by Standing Order
FAI Competitor’s Licence
You can download a licence application on line. Once completed, it must be countersigned by a Certified Flight Instructor, or similar, to certify that you meet the requirements of 100 hours P1.
Race Familiarisation
Before racing you will fly with a Race Check Pilot who will familiarise you with race techniques, accurate flying, and turning.
During your early races one of our experienced pilots (probably also an-ex champion!) will mentor you on your techniques and guide you on how to improve. The check pilots can also provide their assistance and there are commercially available short courses.
Winning Races
Anyone with an average piloting ability is capable of racing and winning is only a matter of honing your skills. Or are you ready to win now?
Race Navigators
Although not essential, many race pilots enjoy the company and camaraderie of having an extra pair of eyes and hands that navigators are able to provide.
Navigators assist with look-out, turn roll-out coordination, and generally staying on the best race line. Navigators do not have to be associated with a pilot but often pilot/navigator teams turn up to Air Race School and graduate together.
Ground volunteers
Air racing needs volunteers to help with a high degree of organisation it takes run air races safely.
There are many organisational and race tasks needing volunteers including Handicapping, Time Keepers, and Marshals to man the turning points.
To volunteer, write to the Aviation Secretary. If you are not yet a member then please do join by completing a Membership Application
form now.
Go air racing: apply using the Membership Application form now!
Learn more on this page about how members can race as pilots or to race as navigators or volunteer to help in the organisation of air races.
Race Pilots and Navigators
Coming to a race as a spectator or a member is exciting enough for many of us, but if you want to race as a pilot or navigator then here’s what you need to do.
Race Pilots
Safety is paramount and only a pilot with at least 100 hours P1 experience and a valid FAI Competitor’s Licence may compete in air racing. You also need a piston-driven aircraft that can exceed 100mph (in level flight). Membership and fees is a maximum of £1175 for the season whether you pay up front, per race or by Standing Order
FAI Competitor’s Licence
You can download a licence application on line. Once completed, it must be countersigned by a Certified Flight Instructor, or similar, to certify that you meet the requirements of 100 hours P1.
Race Familiarisation
Before racing you will fly with a Race Check Pilot who will familiarise you with race techniques, accurate flying, and turning.
During your early races one of our experienced pilots (probably also an-ex champion!) will mentor you on your techniques and guide you on how to improve. The check pilots can also provide their assistance and there are commercially available short courses.
Winning Races
Anyone with an average piloting ability is capable of racing and winning is only a matter of honing your skills. Or are you ready to win now?
Race Navigators
Although not essential, many race pilots enjoy the company and camaraderie of having an extra pair of eyes and hands that navigators are able to provide.
Navigators assist with look-out, turn roll-out coordination, and generally staying on the best race line. Navigators do not have to be associated with a pilot but often pilot/navigator teams turn up to Air Race School and graduate together.
Ground volunteers
Air racing needs volunteers to help with a high degree of organisation it takes run air races safely.
There are many organisational and race tasks needing volunteers including Handicapping, Time Keepers, and Marshals to man the turning points.
To volunteer, write to the Aviation Secretary. If you are not yet a member then please do join by completing a Membership Application
form now.
Getting Started Quick Links
Below is a list of quick links to help you get started.
Below is a list of quick links to help you get started.
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Membership Application
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FAI License Application
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Air Race Rules 2016
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Documents Requirements
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