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The 2009 Race is now in the past. We had 20 planes sign up for the 40th anniversary of the race. Visit our Shutterfly photo site for a good selestion of photos and videos from this year's event. Until next time — happy flying!

We are sad to report the death of Palms to Pines Race founder, Claire Walters, on January 1, 2010. Those of us who had the privledge to know her over the years truly appreciate her accomplishments. And we were fortunate to have her join us for the 2009 — 40th — Palms to Pines Race. If you wish to read more about this amazing woman, the LA Times article that appeared on January 18, 2010, can be found at
this LA Times link.

The 99s wish to thank the participants of the Palms to Pines races over the years. In light of Claire's death, we are re-grouping — taking a year off. So do not expect to see a 2010 race. BUT!!! Look again for a new, revitalized race in 2011!! If you have not done so, please ensure you are registered on this site so that as plans form, you WILL be notified!

Interested in some Palms to Pines 40th Anniversary T-shirts, V-necks, and bags — only $15 each plus $3 shipping. Help support the Race. Contact Robin at

For the 2009 Race Results, see our Results 2009

Watch this space for the next — 41st — Palms to Pines air race, the Longest running all female Air Race

In the past, this air race has been open to all women pilots. Membership in the Ninety-Nines is not required. The objective of the race is to have fun while promoting women in aviation. "It is loads of fun and more education than one can imagine.” The Palms to Pines Air Race has begun at Santa Monica, CA. racers fly to Merced Airport for a timed fly-by and may stop for a hosted lunch or continue to Red Bluff Airport for a timed fly-by and an overnight stay. The race continues Saturday morning departing the Red Bluff airport and flying to Redmond, OR for a timed fly-by then proceeds to Bend, OR for an awards dinner Saturday evening. If you can’t fly in the race you can still be part history by sponsoring a racer, purchasing memorabilia or being a support volunteer.

For an overview of the 2009 schedule and cost click here

NOTE: you can download the entire Race Kit But — you must be registered on the site and logged in to get to the download page. Simply follow the Login procedure, providing a valid email address and create a password.

For information about the Race and its history, see our News Release

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