The Italian Navy is racing an F-35B fighter against a Ferrari in probably the coolest-sounding race ever
The Italian Navy will race an F-35B fighter jet against a Ferrari SF90 at Grottaglie, testing acceleration across two separate courses.
The Italian Navy is setting the stage for an unusual race between an F-35B fighter jet and a Ferrari SF90 sports car on October 11, 2026, at Grottaglie Air Base in southern Italy. The event, organized by the Navy, pits the vertical takeoff aircraft against the powerful Formula-tuned car. Fabio Barone, a speed record holder in Ferrari vehicles, will drive the SF90 during the contest.
The race course consists of a 500-meter runway for the jet's takeoff and a 2.8-kilometer stretch including both asphalt and aluminum surfaces, where the aircraft will fly while the car continues to race. Barone has previously staged similar stunts, such as driving a Ferrari along a Navy vessel's flight deck, reaching 164 km/h. The race aims to provide a spectacle for spectators and serves as a marketing opportunity for both the Navy and Ferrari.
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