While there were fewer than a dozen Unlimited-Class airplanes participating in the 53rd National Championship Air Races outside Reno, Nevada, the 2016 edition of the show had a lot to offer. Around 120 airplanes, from tiny Formula One racers to roaring jets and military fighters, flew at anywhere from 200 to 500 mph around closed pylon courses; the U.S. Navy Blue Angels put on a terrific show; and Michael Wiskus and Jim Peitz thrilled the crowds with their aerobatic routines. As icing on the cake, two F-4 Phantoms made several fly-bys. The airplanes are the last two of their kind in the Air Force and will be retired by year's end.
On the show grounds, spectators could get up close and personal with the race planes. There were also several military displays, a drone race course and vendors of all kinds. People come from all over the world to attend this unique event. Here is a taste of what can be seen.
