Santa Paula, California-based aerobatic pilot Sammy Mason has become the youngest pilot ever to join the ranks of world class racers at the Red Bull Air Race circuit. A third-generation pilot who grew up at the iconic Santa Paula Airport, Sammy Mason was named after his grandfather, who was credited for completing the first loop in a helicopter. Mason took his first flight in a Piper Cub at then tender age of three days with his mother, Rowena, who is the airport manager in Santa Paula. He soloed in a glider at age 14 and flew 10 different airplanes solo on his 16th birthday.
Sammy Mason Joins Red Bull Air Races
Key Takeaways:
- Sammy Mason has become the youngest pilot ever to join the Red Bull Air Race circuit, where he will compete in the Challenger Class.
- A third-generation pilot, Mason began flying at just three days old and demonstrated an early passion for aerobatics, soloing a glider at 14 and performing his first airshow at 16.
- His career was strategically built towards this goal, becoming the youngest member of the U.S. National Advanced Aerobatic Team at 19 before achieving his "dream come true" entry into the RBAR.
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