Reno Air Races likely to Continue in 2012

http://www.mynews4.com/news/local/story/Reno-Air-Races-Likely-To-Continue-in-2012/3p1Ks7-F70WqrOJAJdj04Q.cspx

The Reno Air Races are set to continue in 2012 says CEO Mike Houghton. After the tragic crash earlier this year (2011) that killed 11 people, Houghton has made it his objective to ensure the full event will be run next year.

Forums and News reports across the Internet and TV were speculating that the Air Races could not possibly continue after the tragedy. While Houghton still needs to ensure all the necessary permits are obtained, it is good to see the organisation still working to ensure the event will run.

Needless to say some safety changes will be made however it is a fantastic result to see that the pin was not immediately pulled on the event, contrary to some public outcry for it happen.

Whilst we have a severe lack of anything that comes even close to this in Australia, it is a fantastic thing to see the races continuing for at least another year, especially with the Red Bull Air race on a temporary hiatus. Those of us who have a passion for flying are keen to have a race dedicated to our sport. It would be a shame for something as influential as the Reno Air race to be cancelled.

Lets just hope we can organise some kind of an event like this downunder.