North CarolinaAviation & Car Culture
North Carolina is First in Flight, where the Wright brothers made the first powered flights on the dunes at Kill Devil Hills. It is also the heart of NASCAR, with most of the sport's race shops clustered around Charlotte.
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North Carolina aviation
- Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil HillsThe site of the first powered, controlled flights in 1903.
- Sullenberger Aviation Museum, CharlotteHome of the Miracle on the Hudson Airbus A320.
- Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, GoldsboroHome of F-15E Strike Eagle wings.
North Carolina car culture
- NASCAR Hall of Fame, CharlotteThe sport's history, cars, and inductees in uptown Charlotte.
- Charlotte Motor Speedway, ConcordHome of the Coca-Cola 600.
- Mooresville, Race City USARace shops and team headquarters north of Charlotte.
Best drives in North Carolina
Blue Ridge ParkwayThe mountain parkway through the North Carolina high country.
Tail of the DragonU.S. 129 at Deals Gap, with 318 curves in 11 miles.
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North Carolina FAQ
Where can I see vintage and military aircraft in North Carolina?
Start with Wright Brothers National Memorial, Sullenberger Aviation Museum, and Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. The site of the first powered, controlled flights in 1903.
Where are the best car events and race tracks in North Carolina?
Car people in North Carolina head to NASCAR Hall of Fame, Charlotte Motor Speedway, and Mooresville. The sport's history, cars, and inductees in uptown Charlotte.
What are the best scenic drives in North Carolina?
Blue Ridge Parkway and Tail of the Dragon are two of the most popular. The mountain parkway through the North Carolina high country.
Does Prop & Piston ship to North Carolina?
Yes. Orders ship in 1-2 business days and typically arrive in 4-7 business days anywhere in North Carolina.
Neighboring states
Event schedules, hours, and access change. Check with each venue before you go.