NASCAR's Carl Edwards flying high to better life - USA TODAY
Jun 21, 2016 · A pilot since high school, Edwards lands the plane expertly, the touchdown soft and centered. Edwards is flying in from Concord, N.C., in the early afternoon for the next phase of a busy...
10 NASCAR Drivers and their Private Jets - Aero Corner
As reported by USA Today in 2016, Carl Edwards is one of the most active pilots among NASCAR drivers. He has been a certified pilot since high school, and in the two years since he purchased his Citation CJ3, the story estimated he had flown as much as 850 hours.
NASCAR drivers fly, too - AOPA
Mar 1, 2009 · Carl Edwards wanted to be a military pilot since high school but changed direction toward racing during college. But the love of flying was never lost. He owns a Piper J–3 Cub, an Extra 300L aerobatic tailwheel aircraft, and a Cessna CitationJet.
"Before I got a plane I drove everywhere": When Carl Edwards …
Jan 29, 2025 · Carl Edwards isn't the only NASCAR driver in history to own and pilot their own plane. However, the now-retired Cup Series driver might have been the one to ultilize flying the most...
The Racing Drivers That Own Beautiful Private Jets - Simple Flying
Aug 16, 2024 · Carl Edwards, known for his athleticism and competitive spirit in NASCAR, owns a Citation CJ3. The CJ3 is celebrated for its exceptional range and fuel efficiency, making it a perfect fit for Edwards' active lifestyle.
From Chase Elliott to Kyle Petty : NASCAR Drivers Who Are Also …
Chase Elliott developed an interest in flying planes during his childhood. In 2015, he earned his private pilot license. Carl Edwards has been a pilot since he was in high school. In 2016, he flew his Cessna Citation CJ3 to almost every event in the Sprint Cup.
Carl Edwards Discloses His Personal Life and Secret to NASCAR …
Jan 30, 2025 · Carl Edwards invested in a personal airplane to improve travel efficiency and maintain a competitive edge in racing. The airplane allowed Edwards to fly directly to almost every race, saving approximately a hundred days annually.
How Carl Edwards climbed from Missouri grassroots origins to …
5 days ago · Sprint Cup Series driver Carl Edwards (19) smiles at fans during driver introductions prior to during the Federated Auto Parts 400 at Richmond International Raceway on Sept. 10, 2016.
Kenny Wallace Takes a Ride in Carl Edwards' Plane
Oct 16, 2016 · Kenny Wallace takes a ride in Carl Edwards' personal plane to chat about his aviation hobby and chasing his first championship.
NASCAR Drivers Who Also Fly Planes - Ranker
Sep 23, 2021 · Carl Edwards has been a pilot since he was in high school. In 2016, he flew his Cessna Citation CJ3 to almost every event in the Sprint Cup and logged 850 flight hours in just two years.