NASA Florida

November, 2009

Thank you for subscribing to the NASA FL e-mail event reminder notices & newsletters!

NEXT EVENT:

Homestead Miami Speedway, December 12-13, 2009

HPDE 1-4, NASA Time Trial, plus 110 minutes of scheduled track time "per day" for the race group. Track social with food and favorite beverages on Saturday. Last chance for regional racers and TT competitors to chalk up valuable points to count toward the 2009 season and determining the year end 2009 NASA FL Class Champions. Special $200 weekend entry fee offer for Spec Miata race entrants. New 2-day entry fee option for HPDE 1. View> Homestead Miami Dec 12-13 EVENT INFO:

Homestead event hotel: Ramada Inn, Florida City

Special club rate $84+tax/night for Dec 11-12. You must CALL 305-247-8833 and ask for "Performance Drivers Club" rate (limited rooms & special rate ends Nov 30).

REGISTER online NOW to drive with NASA at Homestead December 12-13:

Registration page for> HPDE 1-4, TT, Instructors and Officials

Registration page for> Competition Sprint races (All race classes except SM)

Registration page for> Competition Sprint races (for Spec Miata race class only)

Attn: NASA Instructors. We've had a tremendous early response from instructors for this event. Only limited instructor slots are open at this point. If you are not yet registered..do so quickly or risk going on the instructor "wait list". Requests for pre-arranged student/NASA FL instructor pairing by pre-registered instructors can be accommodated with one week advance notice to HPDE School Director Steve Rosenthal.

FL Region NEWS!

**View> NASA FL 2010 event Calendar. Thank you for your support this 2009 season and we look forward to a GREAT 2010 with events at Palm Beach International Raceway in addition to Sebring and Homestead-Miami venues. Reminder that the NASA FL 2009 Year-end awards will be presented to the eligible '09 FL region race series points champions and '09 FL region TT class champion Saturday January 9, 2010. The year end awards presentation will be part of the track social and podium ceremony after track sessions have concluded for the day. Enjoy ice cold beverages during the awards ceremony followed by plenty of hot pizza and '09 season celebrations with drawings for give-a-ways.

**2010 NASA FL sponsors/advertising opportunities are open to those with auto related products and services that would be of interest to NASA drivers. Sponsors are provided with advertising space with their web link on the NASA FL web site & email newsletters in addition to product display and marketing opportunities at track events. Help support NASA FL activities while showcasing your product and services to your target audience!

1) "Track Social" food/beverage sponsor for "2010 season"> $2,000.

2) "Race trophy/awards" sponsor for "2010 season"> $1,500
3) Advertising box on the NASA FL web site is available for $50 per month (6 month minimum).

For related sponsor or advertising information email Barbara@drivenasa.com

**Thunder and Lightning in NASA FL Racing! Starting at the January 9-10 event at Homestead Miami and throughout the 2010 NASA FL sprint race series, NASA race classes will be separated into TWO race groups based on the classes that share similar speed capabilities. This change will create an environment of closer wheel to wheel racing and fun for each group. For identifying the 2 race groups we'll use the same terms as NASA-SE with "Thunder" for the speed group and "Lightning" for the momentum group.

A general idea of the race series groupings (used in other NASA Regions) is as follows:

Thunder Group: AI, AIX, CMC, FFR, ST1, ST2, SU, GTS 3-4-5-U, PTA B-R-U

Lightning Group: PTC-D-E-F, SM, 944 Cup, Spec E-30, HC, SF, STR2, GTS 1-2, TR

A few classes are border-line as far as speed potential and these classes could be adjusted to the alternate group to equalize car counts based on entries.

With this 2-group race format we also introduce a lower racer weekend entry rate starting in 2010. A budget friendly price point is designed to allow more grassroots racers to get involved racing with NASA FL. The goal is create higher car counts to provide more competition and fun within each NASA race class series for the 2010 season.

**NASA FL gets the ball rolling to build the Spec Miata race series with the help of new Spec Miata Race Series Director, John Adamczyk of 5XRacing. John brings great ideas from his own SM race experience and is asking others in the Spec Miata race community to share their thoughts and suggestions in shaping the 2010 Spec Miata race program in NASA FL. Spec Miata racers are offered a "sweet deal" with a reduced SM race entry fee of $200 for the weekend of Dec 12-13 at Homestead via online registration now through Dec 1. Follow this link for SM racer registration details.

**"13 month" NASA Competition License fee offered! NASA competition licenses are valid only for the calendar year/race season in which the license is purchased. NASA competition licenses that are now current will expire on Dec 31, 2009 and a license renewal fee will due for the start of the 2010 calendar year and race season. With only one race weekend left in the 2009 NASA FL race season, we have been given special permission from NASA headquarters to offer racers from other organizations who are currently unlicensed with NASA to purchase a "13 month NASA competition license" valid from Dec 1, 2009 through Dec 2010 for $90 in order to take part in the December 12-13 race weekend and the entire 2010 NASA race season for one special fee. To get this option….WRITE "13 month license" on the top of the NASA competition license application to be charged and processed accordingly. Please allow 10 days license processing time in advance of the December event.

**NASA HPDE to Racing Transition Program: Contact NASA FL race director Larry "Stickshift" Mahanor if you are interested in getting started in racing via your NASA FL driving history and skills learned in our HPDE program. Larry offers one on one attention and training for qualified HPDE drivers with the advanced driving skills and & knowledge that will facilitate a safe transition from HPDE 4 or TT into the NASA FL racing program.

**Track PHOTOS from the October 3 NASA event at Sebring International Raceway are provided by professional photographer John Hendrick of Hendrick Sports Photography. Visit this link to view & purchase photos from your custom gallery of Sebring Oct 3 photos. Contact John at hendrickphotography@comcast.net  or 941-914-8005 for ordering assistance.

**"HELP WANTED for 2010"

Get involved as an official or leader for NASA FL!

1) HPDE 1 Classroom Instructors: Teach beginners & novices the track driving fundamentals and NASA rules with the power point classroom presentation created by NASA FL HPDE School Director, Steve Rosenthal. Power point and group presentation experience is helpful. Multiple candidates sought to share this important role. Steve Rosenthal to provide training & support, so speak up NOW!

2) HPDE 1-4 Group Leaders: Leaders to assist HPDE School Director Steve Rosenthal at the track with leadership and driver information sharing in all HPDE levels. Group Leaders are the "contact person" for their assigned HPDE group to offer guidance and lead group briefings for safer driving conditions. NASA FL Instructors who currently do in-car instruction will find this role a satisfying alternative to help others. Try it..you'll like it!

3) Pace Car Drivers: Trainee or experienced to share and rotate this duty with others at several track venues. Requires advanced track driving skills, knowledge of race format rules and track radio communications protocol. Pace car driver candidate must provide their own vehicle for this duty, but we will provide training and that "totally awesome" blue Pace Car light!

Please email barbara@drivenasa.com for more information on these positions. Those with interest in volunteering to help with morning event set-up and driver check in or to train for help on pit lane or race grid let us know and we'll get you started next event.

**NASA Time Trial (TT) serves as a bridge between advanced HPDE and full blown wheel to wheel racing. TT can provide that new challenge and motivation to help you improve your personal track times and see how your lap times stack up against others in your TT class. NASA FL currently has a GREAT group of TT drivers enjoying this program. Advanced solo drivers currently in HPDE 3-4 are welcome to visit the TT web site for participation details. Contact NASA FL TT Director, Mark McKay with questions. We are pleased to announce that Sean Yearwood of Power Rev Racing will sponsor 2009 TT year-end Class Championship awards to be presented to TT winners on January 9^th at Homestead. Thanks Sean!

**NASA has GREAT national contingency programs you might be eligible for. Check it out and stay tuned for details regarding the 2010 season.

Thanks for your support!

Tell your friends about NASA and we'll see you at the track soon!

Questions? Email nasafl@drivenasa.com

Phone: 239-549-3876 office (9 AM to 4 PM)
Visit the NASA FL web site at www.drivenasafl.com

Advertising:

Please support the following NASA FL sponsors.

NASA FL 2009 Racer Awards sponsor ISS Forged (wheels).

NASA FL 2009 TT awards sponsor Power Rev Racing

Andrew Racing- Hawk Pads

Big Wrench Racing- for quality performance & car care products

NASA Florida

NASA Florida

August 13, 2009

Thank you for subscribing to the NASA FL e-mail newsletter.

NEXT EVENT:
Fulfill your “need for speed” Saturday, September 12 with NASA FL on the exhilarating and challenging 2.034 mile Palm Beach International Raceway (PBIR) road course. Rev up your motor and knock the summer dust off your driving helmet. It’s time to register and get back on track with NASA FL!

PBIR is a newest venue in our 2009 series of driving events. The PBIR road course has been completely re-designed and updated from that of the track in the same Jupiter, FL location formerly known as Moroso Motorsports Park. NASA members will now enjoy state of the art road course upgrades including a smooth, seamless 2 mile track that measures 40-60’ wide with new run off areas and S.A.V.E. soft barriers. The PBIR track configuration features fast corners, banked sweeping turns, elevation changes and a wicked long 6/10 mile back straightaway!

HPDE slots for PBIR will fill up quicker than usual since this is a ONE day event. HPDE drivers are scheduled FOUR track sessions. Each track session is 25 minutes long. NASA racers will enjoy 110 minutes of track time including a 15 min warm up session, a 20 min qualifying session and TWO afternoon sprint races (both races count toward 2009 regional points).

The entry fees for September 12 are currently posted at the discounted rates, but this rate goes up to regular event pricing starting Aug 15. Why wait? Register now to secure your slot and SAVE $$ too!

Only 10 HPDE 1 slots (beginner slots) remain open at this time. Unlike some other area track clubs, the NASA FL HPDE 1 entry fee INCLUDES a private in-car instructor.

NASA FL also offers the optional service of “in-car” instruction for approved solo HPDE 2 and 3 drivers for an additional $50 daily fee. This option allows you to work one on one with a NASA instructor for coaching tips from the passenger seat which can aid you with track familiarity at PBIR. This $50 option is listed on the registration page prices and can be added to your shopping cart at the time you sign up for the PBIR event. If you want this option, it’s important to register soon to reserve the services of an instructor.

Attn: NASA FL Instructors. We have reached the maximum number of instructors needed to staff the September 12 event. All other current NASA FL instructors are welcome to contact Barbara@drivenasa.com to be placed on a “wait list” if additional instructor slots become available for Sept 12. We will also accommodate additional NASA instructors who refer a new HPDE 1 driver for a pre-arranged pairing.

It’s time to register for PBIR!

Click here> for PBIR NASA FL Event info page/lodging & paddock rules

Register for September 12 PBIR> HPDE 1-4, Time Trial & Officials

Register for September 12 PBIR> Competition Racers (NASA competition license required)

NASA Florida NEWS:

Recent changes in key staffing positions for NASA FL:

Mark McKay has accepted the position of Time Trial Director for NASA FL. Many of you know Mark as part of our most excellent “HPDE Tech Team”. Mark started with NASA a couple years ago in HPDE 1 and he has advanced upward through the HPDE 2,3,4 ranks into NASA Time Trial where he currently competes in TTD class with his “rock’n fast” Mustang. Mark is also the co-moderator of the NASA FL forums pages where his input on NASA topics has spurred spirited member interaction and discussions. We are confident that Mark’s depth of experience with NASA combined with his enthusiasm for helping others are the right mix to bring additional participants into the NASA FL TT program. We welcome Mark aboard and thank him for carrying forward the TT leadership torch after Billy Stacey’s resignation as TT Director. Extreme appreciation goes to Billy Stacey for leading the TT division for NASA FL since it’s beginning in 2006 and the time and attention he devoted to this position. One of the highlights of Billy’s leadership term was the impressive results of NASA FL TT drivers in the 2008 National NASA TT Championships in Mid-Ohio which included one full podium of NASA FL class winners and TWO 2008 national TT class champions. NASA TT competition can provide that extra zing of motivation to help you improve your personal track times and see how your lap times stack up against others in your TT class. Join the fun. Advanced solo drivers currently in HPDE 3-4 are welcome to visit the TT web site for full details. Contact NASA FL TT Director, Mark McKay with questions.

We welcome Bob Ricker and thank him for accepting the role of Chief Steward for NASA FL. Bob enters the NASA FL program with a depth of prior track officiating experience. Bob became involved with NASA FL as part of the hired Homestead Miami track staff where he was positioned in the track control tower. We were highly impressed with Bob’s knowledge of track rules and safety, his calm and quick decision making and clear communication directives from the control tower. Bob’s special knack for clear, effective communication is an outstanding asset he brings to the role of Chief Steward for NASA FL. Starting at the upcoming PBIR event on September 12, Bob will be positioned at pit lane central to monitor radio communications for track safety and rules violations, issue black flag commands and work along with the HPDE School Director Steve Rosenthal when dealing with repeat offenders. Most importantly, Bob is your “go to guy” on pit lane if you see a potential problem situation during your track sessions. Get this! Bob has already influenced a constructive change simply by reading the CCR NASA rules and asking a few questions, and for that reason shorts are now permitted attire on pit lane at HMS and PBIR…this applies to NASA officials stationed or working grid on pit lane, crew assisting drivers etc. HOWEVER, this is only a “pit lane attire rule” and everyone driving or riding on track MUST wear long pants, same as usual.

Bob’s wife Pat Ricker is joining the NASA FL Timing and Scoring Team and we welcome her involvement and expertise starting next event.

Susan Richardson, Chief of NASA FL’s timing and scoring and her husband Randy Richardson, classroom instructor and in-car instructor will be relocating to Vienna, Austria early next year. We all thank the Richardson’s for their help and friendship and we wish them all the best in the future.

Shifting gears to NASA RACING NEWS!

NASA press release dated 8/11/09. The National Auto Sport Association announces it is renewing its longtime partnership with Toyo Tires; extending its contract for an additional three years beginning January 1, 2010. As a part of this extension, all NASA spec tire classes will be going back to the Toyo Proxes RA1 as the required tire. This will become effective January 1, 2010 with a three-weekend grace period to allow the use of the previously allowed R888 tires.  “This move was made in response to customer input, and we hope the racers will be pleased by this announcement. The RA1 has become a favorite amongst many NASA racers and has proven itself for speed, consistency, and longevity,” said NASA’s National Chairman Ryan Flaherty. NASA classes using the Proxes RA1 include:  American Iron, Camaro-Mustang Challenge, Factory Five Challenge, Honda Challenge, Spec 3/Spec e30 (BMW), Spec Focus, Spec Miata, and 944-spec.

Thanks to our loyal NASA FL racers and we welcome new race participants. We’ve responded to your requests for “more track time” per day and 110 minutes of track time is available for the race group on Sept 12 at PBIR. Plus, NASA has some GREAT contingency programs you might be eligible for. Register soon!

Contact NASA FL race director Larry “Stickshift” Mahanor if you are interested in getting started in racing with NASA via the HPDE program. We offer one on one attention and evaluation toward this transition into the racing program.

Best of luck to 2008 NASA Factory Five Challenge Champion, Scott McKay of Bradenton, FL who will return to defend his title at the 4^th Annual NASA Championships September 10-13 at Miller Motorsports Park, Utah.

Questions? Email nasafl@drivenasa.com

Phone: 239-549-3876 (9 AM to 4 PM)
Visit the NASA FL web site at www.drivenasafl.com

Advertising:

Please support the following NASA FL sponsors.

NASA FL 2009 Racer Awards sponsor ISS Forged (wheels).

NASA FL 2009 TT awards sponsor Power Rev Racing

Andrew Racing- Hawk Pads

Big Wrench Racing- for quality performance & car care products

NASA Florida
June 3, 2009

Thank you for subscribing to the NASA FL e-mail newsletter!

NEXT EVENT! The “Go Daddy, Go!” Father’s Day weekend:
June 20-21 at Sebring International Raceway (full 3.7 mile course)

* HPDE 1, HPDE 2, HPDE 3, HPDE 4, NASA Time Trial (TT) & sprint races.
* HPDE & TT groups get FOUR track sessions each day.
* HPDE 1 beginner slots are available. Newcomers welcome!
* NEW! Optional HPDE 2 & 3 “In-car instruction” for additional fee.
* Race Group-110 min of track time ea day/ 45 min sprint race each day.
* “American Iron East Coast Championship Series” race on Saturday!
* Podium ceremony with RACER & TT driver recognition and awards on Saturday
* Track tour for family/friends during the lunch break ea day.
* Track Social for EVERYONE Saturday 5:15 PM with PIZZA & favorite beverages.

Have fun at Sebring with your NASA friends & fellow drivers June 20-21!
Register now for lowest entry fee. Fees go up starting June 8.
Make your hotel reservations NOW for discounted club rates.

Get Sebring Event info page/lodging & paddock rules:
June 20-21 at Sebring International Raceway (full course).

Register for June 20-21> HPDE 1-4, TT, Instructors/officials

Register for June 20-21> Competition Racers (NASA competition license required)

NASA Florida NEWS:

SEBRING JUNE 20-21, NASA FL is proud to host the “American Iron” East Coast Championship Series. If you are a fan of American made “musclecars” you’ll enjoy the wheel to wheel competition as NASA American Iron drivers from as far away as Michigan race on the famous 3.7 mile Sebring road course with NASA FL as the next stop of their East Coast American Iron Championship Series. NASA FL American Iron Racers, Patrick Wehmeyer, Jeff Lindstrom, Bruce Byerly & Eric Santa-Cruz welcome the opportunity to take on new AI challengers at their home Sebring track June 20-21. Learn more about NASA’s American Iron racing here!

Congratulations to the following NASA FL drivers who were evaluated and approved to upgrade HPDE group at Homestead Miami Speedway May 30-31:
From HPDE 1 to HPDE 2:
Shubert Chang
Juan M. Santurian
Andrew Quesada
From HPDE 2 to HPDE 3:
Nelson Cabrera
Gustavo Diminich
Carlos Espitia
Juan Gomez
Jose Ramirez
Felix Siman

NEW!! Optional in-car instruction for solo HPDE 2 & 3 drivers. Need a little in-car coaching at the upcoming Sebring event? HPDE 1 drivers are automatically assigned an in-car instructor with their HPDE 1 entry fee. However, HPDE 2 and HPDE 3 solo drivers might benefit from the services of a NASA FL in-car instructor for track familiarity when driving a new track for the first time or for tips that can improve their driving skills. The daily fee for optional in-car instruction is only $50 additional to the standard HPDE 2 & 3 entry fee. If you want to take advantage of this in-car instructor service, register online NOW since instructors for this purpose are limited. Check the registration box for your HPDE 2 or 3 group fee and ALSO check the box for in-car instructor for the additional $50 daily fee….(the last item on the list of registration options).

Attn: HPDE 1 drivers: Your HPDE 1 entry fee includes your in-car instructor….just register as usual for HPDE 1 and you will be automatically assigned an instructor for no extra fee.

Professional photographer Uriah Baet is pleased to announce a brand new proofing gallery he created specifically for NASA Florida. “I wanted a gallery that was easier to navigate, view, share, and purchase photos from each event”.  The gallery can be accessed in one of two ways: Go directly to http://nasa.uriahbaet.com/ OR Click on the link for “NASA” on my main site:  http://www.uriahbaet.com/ Enjoy!

Questions? Email nasafl@drivenasa.com

Phone: 239-549-3876 (9 AM to 4 PM)
Visit the NASA FL web site at www.drivenasafl.com

Advertising:
Please support NASA FL sponsors.

NASA FL 2009 Racer Awards sponsor ISS Forged (wheels).

NASA FL 2009 TT awards sponsor Power Rev Racing

Andrew Racing- Hawk Pads

See you at Sebring later this month!

NASA Florida
April 2, 2009

This is the NASA FL e-mail reminder notice to register for the next NASA FL event!
If you are not already registered, we’d welcome your participation:

Sat & Sun, April 18 &19 at Homestead Miami Speedway.
This NASA FL event features:
* HPDE 1, HPDE 2, HPDE 3, HPDE 4, NASA Time Trial (TT)
* TWO Regional “points” sprint races each day.
* HPDE & TT groups get FOUR track sessions per day.
* All activities, including racing sessions, to take place on the regular 2.21 mile road course
*“Track Social” on Saturday with your favorite beverages plus snacks after track activities are concluded as part of the racer and TT awards ceremonies.
* As usual, HPDE Group 1 (with in-car instructors) is filling quickly.
Register NOW to avoid disappointment!

*Click here for April 18-19 event info page

1. HPDE 1, 2, 3, 4, TT, Officials and Instructors:
Click here to REGISTER for April 18-19 Homestead-Miami

2. Licensed NASA Competition Racers (entering sprint races):
Click here to REGISTER for April 18-19 Homestead-Miami

Attn: NASA FL HPDE Instructors & event officials-
Licensed NASA FL instructors in the current NASA FL instructor program are invited to register for April 18-19 event. This is a reminder that instructor registration deadline for this event is 2 weeks in advance of the event, which is coming up quickly! NASA FL Officials and support staff are also requested to register online ASAP to confirm their participation.

HPDE Program updates:

*Continuing driver education in HPDE is the core of the NASA program, but so is making friends. You’ll become a part of the NASA FL family and get to know your fellow drivers at the “downloads” (debriefing) meetings held after your HPDE track sessions. Of equal importance, the NASA downloads serve as a teaching format for continual driver education under the leadership of HPDE Group Leaders. You’ll not only meet your peers, but you might learn a new driving trick or two at a NASA event! Don’t forget the NASA FL 5 PM “social” Saturday evening on Victory Lane, where it’s fun to get together with others over free cold beverages and snacks after the day is concluded. See you there!

*Instructor Candidate School (ICS) applicants will be taking part in the April 18-19 event at Homestead Miami Speedway in classroom training and on-track training drills. If you see a car with XXX on the side, this is one of the ICS “school participants”. Ten applicants have passed the preliminary ICS screening process and have been invited to take part in the upcoming ICS under the direction of School Director, Steve Rosenthal and assisted by ICS instructors James Dean, Bill Horton, Victor Leo and Luis Jimenez.

NASA FL RACER Updates:
*Attn: Aspiring racers!!

We are pleased to announce that NASA FL offers a new program to aid aspiring racers transition from HPDE into our regional Racing Program.. This is an individual driver evaluation program that will require a series of dedicated track days to complete, but those who are approved will meet the requirements to apply for their NASA FL Provisional Competition License. This program requires knowledge of basic driving fundamentals and is open to those who have been evaluated at the track and approved for HPDE 3 or higher. HPDE 3 level drivers should set their goals to being upgraded to HPDE 4 as the first step in this process. A minimum of 2 NASA FL track days in the “unrestricted passing” environment of HPDE 4 is necessary as a foundation before further evaluation. Additional instructor fee will apply to those who require or request individual coaching. As part of the final stages of the transition program participant must pass a written test on NASA racer rules. A dedicated race car with all NASA race car safety equipment as well as racer clothing and gear for the driver are required for graduation of this evaluation & transition program. This is a coordinated effort of the NASA FL HPDE School Director, Steve Rosenthal and NASA FL Race Director Larry Mahanor. We welcome interest from anyone ready to get started on this path toward racing with NASA FL. Please email nasafl@drivenasa.com with any questions.

*NASA FL racer Jonathan Eismann is already planning ahead to attend the NASA Championships this September 10-13. He is seeking 5 other S. FL racers to share costs of renting a Passport/Fedex transporter for the round trip to Utah (Miller Motorsports Park). Contact Jonathan Eismann for information & pricing.

*Contact NASA FL Race Director, Larry Mahanor with Race Division related questions.

Race car tech questions: NASA FL Chief of Race Tech, Chris Burson

NASA FL TT (Time Trial):
* TT is a realistic goal for those who like the idea of “timed events”, but don’t want to take that giant leap into full blown wheel to wheel NASA racing. A minimum of 2 full track days in HPDE 4 with NASA FL is required as part of the driver evaluation and approval process before starting Time Trial competition. Check out the NASA TT rules and get started in TT soon! NASA FL TT Director, Billy Stacey

2009 NASA FL Sponsor Openings!
If you have a car related product, take advantage of the exposure the NASA FL web site and email newsletters can offer. Make our drivers aware of your products and/or services by becoming on official NASA FL sponsor.
We currently have the following opportunities available:
*Social Hour Sponsors (Two available): Ad on web site and sponsor recognition in email newsletters. Your signage at Sat awards ceremony and social hour. $125/event, 2 event minimum.
* Advertising link: NASA FL web site ad box. $65/month, 6 month minimum.

Questions? Email nasafl@drivenasa.com
Phone: 239-549-3876 (9 AM to 4 PM)
Visit the NASA FL web site at www.drivenasafl.com

Advertising:
Please support NASA FL sponsors!

NASA FL 2009 Racer Awards sponsor ISS Forged (wheels).

NASA FL 2009 TT awards sponsor Power Rev Racing

Andrew Racing- Hawk Pads

Professional photographer Uriah Baet covers NASA FL track events at HMS and PBIR. See/purchase photos from NASA FL events at his web site: www.uriahbaet.com
Client code: NASAFL

Thank you for supporting NASA FL track events.
Hope to see you at the track soon!

NASA Florida
April 2, 2009

This is the NASA FL e-mail reminder notice to register for the next NASA FL event!
If you are not already registered, we’d welcome your participation:

Sat & Sun, April 18 &19 at Homestead Miami Speedway.
This NASA FL event features:
* HPDE 1, HPDE 2, HPDE 3, HPDE 4, NASA Time Trial (TT)
* TWO Regional “points” sprint races each day.
* HPDE & TT groups get FOUR track sessions per day.
* All activities, including racing sessions, to take place on the regular 2.21 mile road course
*“Track Social” on Saturday with your favorite beverages plus snacks after track activities are concluded as part of the racer and TT awards ceremonies.
* As usual, HPDE Group 1 (with in-car instructors) is filling quickly.
Register NOW to avoid disappointment!

*Click here for April 18-19 event info page

1. HPDE 1, 2, 3, 4, TT, Officials and Instructors:
Click here to REGISTER for April 18-19 Homestead-Miami

2. Licensed NASA Competition Racers (entering sprint races):
Click here to REGISTER for April 18-19 Homestead-Miami

Attn: NASA FL HPDE Instructors & event officials-
Licensed NASA FL instructors in the current NASA FL instructor program are invited to register for April 18-19 event. This is a reminder that instructor registration deadline for this event is 2 weeks in advance of the event, which is coming up quickly! NASA FL Officials and support staff are also requested to register online ASAP to confirm their participation.

HPDE Program updates:

*Continuing driver education in HPDE is the core of the NASA program, but so is making friends. You’ll become a part of the NASA FL family and get to know your fellow drivers at the “downloads” (debriefing) meetings held after your HPDE track sessions. Of equal importance, the NASA downloads serve as a teaching format for continual driver education under the leadership of HPDE Group Leaders. You’ll not only meet your peers, but you might learn a new driving trick or two at a NASA event! Don’t forget the NASA FL 5 PM “social” Saturday evening on Victory Lane, where it’s fun to get together with others over free cold beverages and snacks after the day is concluded. See you there!

*Instructor Candidate School (ICS) applicants will be taking part in the April 18-19 event at Homestead Miami Speedway in classroom training and on-track training drills. If you see a car with XXX on the side, this is one of the ICS “school participants”. Ten applicants have passed the preliminary ICS screening process and have been invited to take part in the upcoming ICS under the direction of School Director, Steve Rosenthal and assisted by ICS instructors James Dean, Bill Horton, Victor Leo and Luis Jimenez.

NASA FL RACER Updates:
*Attn: Aspiring racers!!

We are pleased to announce that NASA FL offers a new program to aid aspiring racers transition from HPDE into our regional Racing Program.. This is an individual driver evaluation program that will require a series of dedicated track days to complete, but those who are approved will meet the requirements to apply for their NASA FL Provisional Competition License. This program requires knowledge of basic driving fundamentals and is open to those who have been evaluated at the track and approved for HPDE 3 or higher. HPDE 3 level drivers should set their goals to being upgraded to HPDE 4 as the first step in this process. A minimum of 2 NASA FL track days in the “unrestricted passing” environment of HPDE 4 is necessary as a foundation before further evaluation. Additional instructor fee will apply to those who require or request individual coaching. As part of the final stages of the transition program participant must pass a written test on NASA racer rules. A dedicated race car with all NASA race car safety equipment as well as racer clothing and gear for the driver are required for graduation of this evaluation & transition program. This is a coordinated effort of the NASA FL HPDE School Director, Steve Rosenthal and NASA FL Race Director Larry Mahanor. We welcome interest from anyone ready to get started on this path toward racing with NASA FL. Please email nasafl@drivenasa.com with any questions.

*NASA FL racer Jonathan Eismann is already planning ahead to attend the NASA Championships this September 10-13. He is seeking 5 other S. FL racers to share costs of renting a Passport/Fedex transporter for the round trip to Utah (Miller Motorsports Park). Contact Jonathan Eismann for information & pricing.

*Contact NASA FL Race Director, Larry Mahanor with Race Division related questions.

Race car tech questions: NASA FL Chief of Race Tech, Chris Burson

NASA FL TT (Time Trial):
* TT is a realistic goal for those who like the idea of “timed events”, but don’t want to take that giant leap into full blown wheel to wheel NASA racing. A minimum of 2 full track days in HPDE 4 with NASA FL is required as part of the driver evaluation and approval process before starting Time Trial competition. Check out the NASA TT rules and get started in TT soon! NASA FL TT Director, Billy Stacey

2009 NASA FL Sponsor Openings!
If you have a car related product, take advantage of the exposure the NASA FL web site and email newsletters can offer. Make our drivers aware of your products and/or services by becoming on official NASA FL sponsor.
We currently have the following opportunities available:
*Social Hour Sponsors (Two available): Ad on web site and sponsor recognition in email newsletters. Your signage at Sat awards ceremony and social hour. $125/event, 2 event minimum.
* Advertising link: NASA FL web site ad box. $65/month, 6 month minimum.

Questions? Email nasafl@drivenasa.com
Phone: 239-549-3876 (9 AM to 4 PM)
Visit the NASA FL web site at www.drivenasafl.com

Advertising:
Please support NASA FL sponsors!

NASA FL 2009 Racer Awards sponsor ISS Forged (wheels).

NASA FL 2009 TT awards sponsor Power Rev Racing

Andrew Racing- Hawk Pads

Professional photographer Uriah Baet covers NASA FL track events at HMS and PBIR. See/purchase photos from NASA FL events at his web site: www.uriahbaet.com
Client code: NASAFL

Thank you for supporting NASA FL track events.
Hope to see you at the track soon!