Apr 9, 2025

Abingdon Co, a quality watch brand known for its commitment to adventurous women, has announced that it will become a major sponsor of the Air Race Classic (ARC) and will serve as the official watch of the renowned women’s aviation event. The announcement will be made on March 28, 2025, at the Women in Aviation International Conference in Denver, Colorado.

Established in 2007, Abingdon Co has built a strong reputation for crafting timepieces designed with female adventurers in mind. Flying, scuba diving, base jumping, motocross and race car driving, shooting, and equestrian each have their own collections. With this new partnership, Abingdon Co aims to further its dedication to empowering women in aviation, celebrating their achievements, and supporting the legacy of the Air Race Classic, the longest-running air race for women pilots.

“It is a great honor to be part of one of the oldest air races in the world as the official watch and timekeeper,” said CEO Abingdon Mullin. “The Air Race Classic, like an Abingdon watch, demands attention to every detail in order to succeed. I am excited for what the future holds with our partnership and I look forward to continuing to grow with such an esteemed organization.”

Established in 1929, the Air Race Classic has been a pivotal event for women pilots. It brings together skilled aviators from across the globe for a competitive and challenging cross-country race. Abingdon Co, as a major sponsor, reinforces the organization's ongoing dedication to aviation and encouragement of women in the aviation industry.

“We are excited to welcome Abingdon Co as a major sponsor and official watch of the Air Race Classic,” said Donna Harris, president of the Air Race Classic. “Their innovative and high-quality timepieces are a perfect match for the precision and timing needed in our race, and their focus on empowering women in aviation aligns seamlessly with the mission of the ARC.”

ABOUT THE AIR RACE CLASSIC

Air Race Classic Inc. is an all-volunteer, nonprofit 501(c)3 organization with a mission of encouraging and educating current and future female pilots, increasing public awareness of general aviation, demonstrating women's roles in aviation, and preserving and promoting the tradition of pioneering women in aviation. For more information, visit to airraceclassic.org.
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