What is the Air Race Classic?
Since 1929, the Air Race Classic has been the epicenter of women's air racing. Pilots range in age from 17 to 90 years old and come from a wide variety of backgrounds including students, teachers, doctors, airline pilots, business owners, professionals and air traffic controllers. Race teams, consisting of at least two women pilots, must fly VFR during daylight hours only and are given four days to make flybys at each en route timing point and then land at the terminus. The race route which changes each year is approximately 2,400 statute miles in length, with 8 or 9 timing points.
Our Teams
Auburn University is one of 12 universities or colleges competing in the 2025 Air Race Classic. We are excited to have 6 racers representing Auburn University’s School of Aviation this year. Stay tuned this month for exciting news with this year's race!
Aviation at Auburn University
Auburn University has been actively involved in aviation education for more than 75 years. Its central location is well connected to a hub of world-class aviation headquarters and organizations in the Southeast. The Auburn Department of Aviation takes a holistic, interdisciplinary approach to aviation education and research. A strong sense of community and passion is evident among our 4,000-plus aviation alumni who are well-known for their positive contributions in all fields of the aviation industry.
In the News
War Eagle Women place third among collegiate teams, sixth overall in Air Race Classic 2023
The Auburn University School of Aviation’s War Eagle Women earned top awards at the 2023 Air Race Classic in June, placing third among collegiate teams and sixth overall.