AirVenture Cup Race

10/17/2026

Sad news for long time AVC pilots and Fans. Wendt’s on the Lake was the finish line for the first 6 races. We also held the post race party there for a while in the early years. When we started nobody had heard of Wendt’s eventually it got so busy they put up two big tents and still didn’t have room for us. Sad to see them close.

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A staple on the western shore of Lake Winnebago is closing.

10/14/2026

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10/10/2026

William is the proud owner of a Lancair 320, registered as N9MG. Having been in aviation for many years, he has honed his skills in various aircraft, achieving certification as a Commercial Multiengine Flight Engineer. One of his major experiences includes operating the Boeing 727. Throughout his aviation journey, William has developed a deep appreciation for both flying and the intricacies of aircraft design, which is evident in his interest in the Lancair 320. He values the blend of performance and efficiency that this aircraft offers, making it a perfect fit for his racing aspirations. Participating in air races is not only a thrilling challenge for William, but also an opportunity to connect with fellow aviation enthusiasts. He enjoys the camaraderie that comes with competing, sharing experiences with other pilots, and pushing his limits in the skies. This year, he looks forward to the upcoming race to showcase the capabilities of the Lancair 320 and engage with the vibrant racing community.

10/07/2026

Craig Schulze will be flying Race 777 alongside his son, Adam, in this year’s competition—marking Craig’s 11th AirVenture Cup race. Craig’s passion for aviation started early. He began building model airplanes at just three years old and took his first flight at six. Some say he’s such an aviation enthusiast that his blood cells are actually shaped like airplanes! While he flies primarily for the pure love of it, Craig also holds commercial and instrument ratings, along with a Letter of Authorization to fly the L-39 Albatros jet. He built Race 777—a Lancair 360—in just 22 months, completing the aircraft in 2007. The very next year, it earned the prestigious EAA Oshkosh Grand Champion award. Since then, Craig has gone on to build or rebuild three additional Lancair 360s. This year, Craig returns to the race course with a set of new, undisclosed speed modifications, making this his most promising and potentially fastest year yet. In addition to racing, Craig and his sons will be unveiling their latest aviation innovation at Oshkosh: the SkyTug, a lightweight, 30-pound portable aircraft tug capable of effortlessly towing airplanes
up to 3,000 pounds.

10/04/2026

Moose mating season is always a blast! Want to understand this joke? Better join us for the AirVenture Cup Race in 2027!

Photo credit: Jacob Buemi, Nathan Prince, Eric De La Garza, Jimmy De La Garza, Moving Target Photography

10/03/2026

Leith Stevens learned to fly in 2021, achieving a lifelong dream that first sparked during his childhood when he experienced general aviation flying alongside his father, flight instructor and current co-pilot, Lawrie Stevens. Lawrie is an avid aerobatic pilot and instructor who personally guided Leith through his aviation journey, teaching him from his very first lesson all the way to earning his Private Pilot certificate and subsequent aerobatic endorsements. Leith initially learned to fly in Australia and now holds active pilot certificates and currency in both the United States and Australia. For the past three years, Leith has been the proud owner of a Lancair 360, which he loves utilizing for fast, long-distance, coast-to-coast cross-country flights. Leith currently resides in Colorado with his family and works for a software company whose products are utilized by household-name aerospace corporations. Meanwhile, Lawrie is semi-retired and continues to share his extensive expertise by teaching upset prevention and recovery training (UPRT) as well as advanced aerobatics to experienced aviators in Queensland, Australia.

10/02/2026

Happy world smile day! We miss all of the smiles from AVC 2026 and are looking forward to seeing more next year! Drop a picture of a your smiles in the comments!

Photo credit: Jimmy De La Garza, Eric De La Garza, Nathan Prince, Marli Novy

10/01/2026

That feeling when youre at the AirVenture Cup Race is something you just can't beat!
Photo/video credit: Jacob Buemi, Eric De La Garza, Marli Novy

09/30/2026

The cost is always woth it!

Photo credit: Jimmy De La Garza

09/30/2026

Racer Spotlight!

Nick is an enthusiastic member of Sport Class Air Racing and is looking forward to his first cross-country race in “Unleashed,” a Lancair 360. When he’s not racing, he flies the Boeing 737 for a major airline, where his love of aviation shines through in both his professional and competitive endeavors.