Army Chinook Delivers Corvette Pace Car to NASCAR Championship Race

A U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook helicopter delivered the official Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport pace car directly onto the track at Homestead-Miami Speedway in Florida, ahead of the NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race. Soldiers from the 3rd Infantry Division prepared for the delivery on Nov. 8, 2026. The Army regularly takes part in pace car deliveries and pre-race ceremonies at major sporting events. These appearances support community relations, public outreach and military recruitment. The 3rd Infantry Division, known as the Marne Division, is based at Fort Stewart, Georgia.