This past weekend I was fortunate enough to attend Red Bull Air Race in Detroit, MI. These pilots are really something to admire, and arguably the best in their craft. Each one must prove himself as one of the best aerobatics pilots in the world before they're even eligible to compete in the Air Race World Series. Alongside the races there were performances by the Red Bull Air Force and Chuck Aaron put on a show his unique ability to maneuver a helicopter like no one else. While the races were a truly great sight to see, the weekend was full of interesting things to do and people to meet.
While road tripping to Chicago on spring break we took part in a photo contest to win a free road trip provided by Red Bull. We won the trip so Brian, Grant, Joe, Curt, and Hanish were able to accompany me to Detroit to join in the festivities. I flew out early Friday morning for some meetings for my new job and the rest of the guys left late Friday night to arrive Saturday afternoon. Hanish is staying with his sister in San Diego this summer, but decided to buy himself a ticket to fly into Detroit and join us for the weekend. Here are a few pictures from the trip.
2008 Winter X Games Male Athlete Levi LaVallee
Chuck Aaron Aerobatic Helicopter Pilot
At the collegiate viewing area
Chuck Aaron Aerobatic Helicopter Pilot
At the collegiate viewing area
A view of the race track (Photo by J Spur)
The guysAll in all it was a fantastic trip! Definitely one to remember. A great big thanks to Red Bull!
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