2025 SEASON ROUND 2
Race Track＆
Highlights Overview
The essence of
“Total Aerial
Technical Competition”
as embodied
by AIR RACE X
AIR RACE X is not merely a contest of speed. It’s an aerial competition where technology, strategy, and physical limits converge, with the outcome often decided by just a few hundredths of a second. Every team, every pilot compresses their full potential into a razor-thin time margin.
This competition puts aircraft development, team strategy, and pilot skills on full display in the clearest way possible—the difference in time. The very essence of AIR RACE X lies in this fusion of cutting-edge technology and human skills.
- Each Round Demands a Different Form of Mastery
- The opening round featured an ultra-technical endurance course filled with continuous corners and high-G zones. From the post-start “BIG 8” return segment, to the precisely curved “Sky Loop,” and ending with the high-speed “Final Straight,” the competition tested everything: flight technique, physical stamina, and aircraft engineering.
Pilots’ line precision and G-force control, combined with team design philosophies, were directly reflected in time differences—resulting in intense competition from the very first round. - What Will Be Tested in Round 2?
- In Round 2, the course design has evolved to be even more dynamic. Altitude changes, speed modulation, and energy management now play an even bigger role. Not only aircraft performance, but also pilot decision-making and team execution will be critical to success.
Three key segments define this round:
Highlight ①: Zero Slalom – Precision Lines Right from the Start
Immediately after the start, pilots face the “Zero Slalom,” a sequence of three high-speed gates. With speeds exceeding 370 km/h, throttle input is minimal—precise rudder control alone determines success. Even the slightest deviation in line widens quickly, leading to time loss.
Drawing a flawless, flowing line like a single brushstroke is the key to gaining a 0.1 to 0.3-second lead in the opening seconds.
Highlight ②：High & Low Dual Turns – The Altitude Battle Mid-Race
In the middle section, pilots face dramatic vertical transitions in the “High & Low Dual Turns,” diving from 500 ft to 250 ft. The challenge is to balance speed, G-load, and energy recovery.
Climb too steeply and risk stalling—stay too low and lose acceleration. Instant decisions are critical, while withstanding over 10G of sustained load. This segment puts aircraft capability, pilot reflexes, and spatial awareness to the ultimate test.
Highlight ③：Final Sprint – The Comeback Zone
In the final sprint, pilots unleash all stored energy to reach top-end speed. Here, aircraft engineering is the decisive factor—propulsion, drag control, and output tuning make the difference.
A comeback is entirely possible in this segment, with positions changing by just 0.02 to 0.5 seconds. It’s a dramatic finish that feels like a “straight-course aerial horse race.”
Section Overview
| Section | Nickname | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Zero Slalom | Precision Line Battle | Micro-controls create crucial early-stage time gains. |
| High & Low Dual Turns | Altitude & Energy Play | A mix of strategy, reflexes, and high-G management. |
| Final Sprint | The Comeback Zone | Propulsion performance & fine-tuning determine final standings. |
This is truly a “total technical sport”—a one-of-a-kind aerial battle where technology and human skill blend into breathtaking competition.
