I’m not too familiar with the NHRA Top Fuel series, but I just wanted to post about the fatal crash that occurred on Saturday. Scott Kalitta, a 46-year-old veteran and past champion of the series, died when his funny car burst into flames during a qualifying round of the Lucas Oil NHRA SuperNationals. This happened at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park in New Jersey.
Kalitta was driving a Toyota Solara funny car at speeds of up to 300mph when it suddenly caught fire and crashed. In the AP report I read, no cause for the fire was cited.
Kalitta is survived by wife Kathy, and two sons Corey (14) and Colin (8).
What a sad story. As the wife of someone who participates in an “extreme sport”, this kind of thing hits a bit close to home. Thoughts and prayers to Kalitta’s family in this time of need.
(AP Photo)