Red Bull Air Races 2009
The Red Bull Air Races come to downtown Windsor's beautiful waterfront June 13-14, 2009. The Cross-Border Classic will be the first time that a Canadian city will host the Red Bull Air Race, which coincides with two other things: the 100th anniversary of flight in Canada and the homecoming for the youngest pilot in the history of the World Championship: 25-year old Pete McLeod" (Sheiban Shakeri).
Why Windsor?
Windsor, Ontario, Canada sits nestled on the banks of the Detroit River—the only International Heritage River in North America—in the heart of the Great Lakes. Windsor is at the very hub of North America, within a single day’s easy and comfortable access of half the population of our continent. Windsor is a city of opportunity that over 217 thousand people call home.
Known as the “Gateway to Canada”, Windsor is located across the river from Detroit, Michigan and is Canada’s southernmost city. Windsor is a major contributor to the automotive, agri-business, technological, and pharmaceutical industries. The city include
s superb shopping and entertainment establishments, eclectic culinary offerings, a variety of attractions, miles of unparalleled waterfront parks and gardens, and truly fascinating historical and cultural landmarks.
Windsor is known for its multicultural diversity and a healthy environment, where residents share a strong sense of belonging and a collective pride of place. A great quality of life is reflected in beautiful and safe neighbourhoods, vibrant cultural districts, over 3,000 acres of open green space, 215 parks, and unprecedented access to exceptional health care and education.
Windsor enjoys a remarkably low cost of living. Few Canadian cities can make a high standard of living as affordable as it is in Windsor. The arts thrive throughout Windsor at a number of theatres and galleries both large and small. Top-notch performing arts can be enjoyed at various independent theatres, at the University of Windsor, and at Caesars Windsor’s 5,000 seat Colosseum. Athletes and spectators alike can enjoy top-notch facilities for every major sport in the city, as well as quick access to storied franchises in every major professional sport in neighbouring Detroit.
Prestigious publications like the Financial Times of London and Money Sense magazine have highlighted Windsor’s potential for investment and our remarkable quality of life. Windsor invites you to come and experience for yourself one of the most exciting, diverse and affordable cities in North America.
What is the Red Bull Air Races?
One of the most exciting new sports: The Red Bull Air Race World Championship features the world’s best race pilots in a motor sports competition that combines speed, precision and skill.
Using the fastest, most agile and lightweight racing planes, pilots navigate a low-level aerial track made up of air-filled pylons, flying at speeds reaching 370 km/h (230 mph) while withstanding forces of up to 12G.
Touching down in six cities worldwide in 2009, each Red Bull Air Race is unique. From the heart of the city to the open countryside, over land or water, a Red Bull Air Race can take place almost anywhere. Spectacular backdrops and jaw-dropping action guarantee that spectators experience one of the most innovative and exciting new sports around today.
Speed and skill: The objective is to complete the course, navigating the 20 metre (65 ft) high specially designed inflatable pylons known as ‘Air Gates’ in the fastest possible time. But it’s not just about speed. Pilots must pass between the Air Gates in the correct position (either knife or level flying) taking care not to touch them with their wings. Precision is crucial because any mistakes incur penalty seconds which are then added to the pilot’s time.
The pilots compete for World Championship points at each race and the one who accumulates the most at the end of the season is crowned Red Bull Air Race World Champion.
The world’s best race pilots: Fifteen world-class pilots have qualified to compete in the Red Bull Air Race World Championship in 2009. Flying low to the ground at breakneck speed, attempting difficult turns and Air Gate crossings while coping with the high G-forces requires immense skill that only a certain number of pilots in the world possess. At the Red Bull Air Race Qualification Camp a rigorous selection process ensures that only the most skilled and experienced gain the ‘Super Licence’ needed in order to compete in the World Championship.
These pilots are at the top of their game – they have to be as the Red Bull Air Race puts huge demands on their flying abilities. They are constantly being pushed to their limits in a contest where hundredths of a second can be the difference between winning and losing.
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How Do I get Tickets and How Much Are They?
Spectator's Tickets:
Spectators in the ticketing areas have the opportunity to experience the Red Bull Air Race from a privileged position, offering unique viewing of the race action. Most importantly, spectators in the ticketed areas benefit from giant screens capturing stunning images from the on-board cameras, accompanied by an amazing sound system that makes everyone feel part of the race! Food and beverage concessions are also available in the ticketing areas.
General Admission:
Full Price (Adult)
· Qualifying (Saturday, June 13th): $ 15
· Race Day (Sunday, June 14th): $ 15
· 2-day (Saturday, June 13th & Sunday, June 14th): $ 30
High Flyer's Lounge:
Full Price (Adult)
· Qualifying (Saturday, June 13th): $ 805 ($ 403 reduced*)
· Race Day (Sunday, June 14th): $ 1,265 ($ 759 reduced*)
· 2-day (Saturday, June 13th & Sunday, June 14th): $ 1,760 ($ 1,047 reduced*)
Race Club
Full Price (Adult)
· Qualifying (Saturday, June 13th): $ 184 ($ 92 reduced*)
· Race Day (Sunday, June 14th): $ 334 ($ 196 reduced*)
· 2-day (Saturday, June 13th & Sunday, June 14th): $ 437 ($ 265 reduced*)
*Reduced Prices (applicable for children 6 to 15 years old and Military Personnel)
Children up to 5 years old will be admitted for free if accompanied by an adult holding a valid ticket.
Although there are no bleachers, foldable/ lawn chairs are allowed into the areas.
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What Can I do Before and After The Races?
Summerfest presents Celtic Fest on June 12,13 & 14 at the Armouries! For more information,
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Carrousel of the Nations presents
Carrousel by the River on June 12, 13 & 14 at Charles Clark Square! For more information,
click here.Extended Patios
32 downtown Windsor bars and restaurants are extending their patios on June 12, 13 & 14! The Downtown Windsor Business Improvement Association has compiled a list of the biggest & best parties in downtown Windsor!Peppers Bar and Grill is hosting the Red Bull Air Races Kick Off Party on Thursday
with the Red Bull Air Races' pilots, girls and crews! Area 51 is just
one of the local bands that will be playing on one of the biggest patios
in downtown Windsor! If live music isn't your thing, check out DJ
Thor's beats inside!
Dean Martinis and Windsor Social Magazine are hosting the Mile High Party on Friday at
Dean Martinis! There will be hundreds of guests from LA, Chicago &
New York City. Tickets are $20. V.I.P. passes are available!
Chanosos and The Room:Red Bull Air Races' reps, managers, teams and pilots will be partying at The Room on Saturday! The
patio has a capacity of over 300, which will be needed since 89X's Mark
McKenzie will be broadcasting his entire show from the patio! Starting
at 4:00p.m., huge acts such as Richy Nix & headliner, Ashes of
Soma, will be taking the stage! For those who want to dance, The Room
will be playing today's hottest dance & top 40! Boom Boom Room has a weekend packed solid with great beats and spectacular views of the races! On Friday, Sydney Blu will be spinning at the Red Bull Air Races Kick Off Party! On Saturday & Sunday
you can listen to mad beats at Boom Boom Room or join some of the BBR
team on The Senator Cruise Ship for a party on the water! Whatever your
choice - Boom Boom Room has something for you!
Milk Coffee Bar
is a go-to destination with a solid line up of local talent! There will
be an art show featuring Denial, Bob, Sara Nicklesen and Liz Lojewski
and live music by bands such as The Magic Hall of Mirrors, Kero, The
Vultures and Tara Watts! Comedian Dave "Squeaky Wheelz Robbins" will
also perform!
The Pour House
will be breaking out their brand new and larger than life patio this
weekend! For great beats and a solid line up, visit The Pour House!
