The iconic Red Bull Hangar-7 at Salzburg Airport roared back to life with a grand reopening celebration that blurred the lines between motorsport, aviation, and performance art. Leading the charge was none other than four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen, who electrified fans by piloting the championship-winning RB8 down the airport runway in a stunning display of speed, skill, and spectacle.
For the first time ever, the runway at Salzburg Airport was transformed into a motorsport arena, setting the stage for a jaw-dropping live performance. Verstappen wasn’t alone—joining him were legends and rising stars from across the motorsport spectrum, including MotoGP veteran Dani Pedrosa, Dakar Rally ace Daniel Sanders, and NASCAR talent Connor Zilisch.
The show featured an adrenaline-pumping mix of drag races, high-octane tire-smoking donuts, and tightly choreographed stunts. Machines like the WRC M-Sport Ford Puma, the fearsome Dakar Ford Raptor T1+, and KTM’s blistering MotoGP bike screamed down the strip in a celebration of mechanical might.
“This place feels like home,” Verstappen remarked. “There’s always something exciting happening here—planes, cars, helicopters. Motorsports and sports in general come together in such a cool way at Hangar-7. The drag race was a highlight for me—different machines, different disciplines, one strip of tarmac. Amazing!”
The reopening event wasn’t just about horsepower. It paid homage to Red Bull’s multidisciplinary spirit, featuring stunning aerial stunts by the Flying Bulls, immersive musical acts, and dazzling showcases of human athleticism. From the gravity-defying moves of street trials legend Danny MacAskill to the flair of freestyle tennis pro Stefan Bojić, the entertainment spanned far beyond the track.
Live performances from Red Bull athlete and slalom skier Lucas Braathen and Keinemusik’s DJ Rampa set the mood, while British singer and DJ John Newman brought the night to a euphoric close with a high-energy outdoor concert against the breathtaking backdrop of Hangar-7.
Red Bull Hangar-7 has always defied categorization. Originally envisioned by Red Bull founder Dietrich Mateschitz as a fusion of art, aviation, and culinary brilliance, the venue continues to serve as a cultural landmark. The reopening reaffirmed its status—not just as a hangar, but as a canvas for creativity, adrenaline, and bold ideas.
With the thundering engines now quieted and the tire smoke settled, one thing is clear: Hangar-7 is back, and it’s more vibrant, more daring, and more inspiring than ever.
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