It's quite rare to see a racing-class aircraft look this beautiful. Here, the F8F-2 Bearcat "Rare Bear," piloted by Stewart Dawson, shows off its rich and vibrant livery during the Unlimited Heat 3A at the 2015 Air Races in Reno, Nevada.
The pairing of the powerful Hawker FB 11 Sea Fury "Sawbones" with the incredibly talented aviator, astronaut Curt Brown, results in a bone-chilling sight for most competitors. Curt is seen here touching down after the Umlited Heat 3A at the 2015 Air Races in Reno, Nevada.
The Hawker FB 11 Sea Fury, "Sawbones" shows off its saw blade after the Unlimited Heat 3A at the 2015 Air Races in Reno, Nevada.