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A free aviation safety awareness seminar and training the weekend of September 18-21 is open for registration.  The event will be held at Scanlon Aviation at Gnoss field (KDVO) in Novato, CA. 

A free safety seminar will be held on September 18th at 7pm, and from September 19-21 there will be a hands on training clinic with Rich Stowell, master CFI and world renowned aerobatics instructor.  Topics include stall/spin accident scenarios and recovery, emergency maneuvers training, and more.  

Note that pre-registration is required for the hands training portion of the…

Louis B. "Bud" Judy, a lifelong member of the International Aerobatic Club (IAC), passed away on May 7 after more than 50 years of dedication to aerobatics. A three-time U.S. National Champion, Bud earned his final Intermediate Category title in 2006 at the age of 72. Known not only for his achievements but also for his passion for the “perfect flight,” he contributed greatly to the IAC through leadership roles, competitions, mentorship and so much more. You can read more about Bud Judy’s remarkable life and legacy here…

Rob Holland is the 2025 IAC Hall of Fame inductee!  

His achievements speak for themselves and and his contributions to the aerobatics community as a whole cannot be measured.  

A well deserved honor to an amazing pilot and friend. 

The 2025 IAC Board of Directors election has closed and results were presented during the annual IAC member meeting at 2025  Oshkosh Airventure by IAC president, Jim Bourke. 

Michael Lents, Mike Gallaway, Nathan Reudy and Phillip Gragg all won a Board of Directors seat while Jordan Ashley won the election for the role of Treasurer.  Below is a voting summary:

Treasurer:

• Jordan Ashley: 100 votes

Board of Directors (four open seats):

• Michael Lents: 98 votes
• Mike Gallaway: 91 votes
• Nathan Reudy: 86 votes
• Phillip…

by Shad Coulson, IAC 440759

As I write this, we just getting ready to start AirVenture 2025 and are a little more than two months away from the first day of competition at the 2025 U.S. Aerobatic Nationals.  It is hard to believe a year has already gone by so quickly.  As the summer comes to an end, the volunteers who have been working tirelessly for many months are excited to welcome you back to Salina, Kansas.

If you are planning to attend the contest, either as a volunteer or competitor, please register ASAP.  Your registration plays a vital role in several of our planning…

Mark your calendars! On Saturday, June 28th, 2025, aerobatics enthusiasts around the world will celebrate International Aerobatics Day with gatherings, fly-ins, practice days, aerobatic demonstrations, static displays, intro flights, and more. The IAC Chapters around the country have been hard at work planning their local events which can be seen on the IAC's official International Aerobatics Day 2025 page. Here you can find event details by chapter number for those chapters who have submitted events. If…

By Taylor Mershon, IAC 442603, and Phillip Gragg, IAC 431292

On Thursday, June 5th, 2025 the Board of Directors appointed Phillip Gragg as the Vice President of the IAC. The seat was left vacant when the previous Vice President, Rob Holland, passed away in April 2025.

About the appointment, Phillip said, "We were all impacted by Rob’s loss, and it is a privilege to have the support of the Board as we continue to work for the betterment of our organization, and continue to focus on education, safety and sharing the sheer thrill and joy of aerobatics—something Rob…

By Barrett Hines, IAC 432116; edited by Taylor Mershon, IAC 442603

The deadline for IAC rules change proposals is July 1, as noted in Section 1 of the IAC Contest Rules. 

Start by going to the form submission option on the website.   (A member login is required.)  Next, fill out the form, and when it is complete, click "Submit".

If there are issues with submission of the website form but the form…

On May 15, 2025 the online member ballot opened for the 2025 IAC board of directors election. Members may access the ballot here (login required). Candidates up for election along with their bios and photos can be viewed here.

Voting will close on July 20, 2025. The election results will be initially announced at the annual IAC member…

Following the heartbreaking loss of Rob Holland that left everyone who knew him and the entire aerobatic community reeling, an obituary website has been posted for the beloved pilot, teammate, instructor, and friend. The site can be accessed HERE.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to: 
Rob Holland Memorial – Support for the U.S. National Aerobatic Championships.

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