Akron, OH – August 1, 2025
In a thrilling display of precision and aviation flair, the Goodyear Airship Race unfolded over Akron’s skies yesterday as five modern blimps—led by Wingfoot One—raced side by side in a dramatic aerial sprint. The competition drew thousands of spectators to the city’s shoreline and parks, bringing renewed excitement to lighter-than-air flight. Pilots maneuvered their airships in tightly choreographed turns and altitude changes, showcasing both the agility of Goodyear’s NT semi-rigid design and the enduring appeal of iconic blimps as symbols of innovation and spectacle.