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Talon Air, an industry-leading private jet service company, has partnered with three-time NHRA Top Alcohol Funny Car champion team owner Tony Bartone and the Bartone Bros. Racing Top Alcohol Funny Car.

With race schedules that span from Pomona, Calif., to Gainesville, Fla., and everywhere in-between, Talon Air’s ability to transport the team is crucial.  

“This is a fitting and perfect relationship for both myself and Talon Air,” said Bartone.  “I look forward to a long and successful relationship with Talon and the rest of the team’s sponsorships as we shoot for a fourth championship in five years.” 

With the championship back in the Bartone camp after a season long battle with rival Doug Gordon, the “Killer B’s” will be returning with every crew member including driver Sean Bellemeur and tuner Steve Boggs.  

“A new relationship like this with Talon Air just bolsters our arsenal of incredible sponsors which include Hussey Performance, Red Line Oil, Roger Dean Chevrolet, Mastercam Cad/Cam Solutions, and NGK Spark Plugs,” said Bellemeur. “I am excited to wear their logo proudly and hopefully get our great partners into the winners circle frequently in 2022.”

Bartone Bros. Racing with start off its 2022 title defense March 11-13 in Gainesville at the famed Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.

Additionally, the Bartone Bros. Racing team is expanding to the world of road racing. Bartone’s son, Anthony, will be behind the wheel of the 2021 Porsche GT4 factory race car which will compete in the International GT Racing Series.  World-renowned road racer Andy Pilgrim will serve alongside the young Bartone as co-driver and teammate.  With a long-term goal of competing at the 24 Hours of Lemans, Bartone is placing the people, equipment, and resources to develop Anthony and progress into making that dream a reality. The team will debut Feb. 24-27 at Sebring International Raceway in Sebring, Fla.