Author: Bill Pekala

RENO Rookie School Wrap up

A day at the pylons – capturing planes so close to the ground and going so fast is an acquired skill. The first few passes are basically practice and mostly throw aways. Good panning technique is a must especially with propeller driven aircraft. 1/160th of […]

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2011 Reno Rookie School

A great start to 4 days at the Reno Air Race rookie school. All pilots that have not flown in the races before MUST pass proficiency tests and demonstrate skills to get certified to fly in the September races. That also applies to all photographers […]

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Final Entry from Reno

Last Day at Reno – what a week – and what a nice finish. A great air show by the Canadian SnowBirds and then the late afternoon flight of 2 P-38 Lightnings. Rare to see them on display but even more rare to see them […]

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