Pacific Air Cargo Sponsors Hawaii Racing Team for Baja Raptor Runs Challenge

1,000-mile off-road endurance race tests vehicles and teams to the limit in Baja California

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Pacific Air Cargo has announced its sponsorship of Hawaii-based Drag Tech Racing and the father-and-son team of Steve and Puna Choo as they prepare to take on the legendary Baja Raptor Runs - an exclusive 1,000-mile off-road endurance challenge inspired by the historic Baja 1000 race. The Choos will compete in a PAC-branded Ford SVT Roush Raptor, which will be transported from Hawaii to Los Angeles by Pacific Air Cargo's reliable air freight service.

Why it matters

This partnership highlights Pacific Air Cargo's expertise in shipping high-value vehicles and equipment, as well as the company's commitment to supporting local community initiatives and motorsports. For Drag Tech Racing, the sponsorship aligns with their mission of performance, professionalism, and giving back to Hawaii's next generation of automotive enthusiasts.

The details

Drag Tech Racing was founded in 1990 to support the Choo family's passion for automotive performance and community engagement. In 2025, the Choos became the first father-and-son team from Hawaii to run Baja in their 2013 Ford SVT Roush Raptor. For 2026, they are returning with a renewed competitive focus and a PAC-branded Raptor built to withstand the brutal desert terrain of the Baja Raptor Runs event.

  • The 2026 Baja Raptor Runs challenge is scheduled to take place in the coming months.
  • In 2025, the Choos made history as the first father-and-son team from Hawaii to run Baja in their 2013 Ford SVT Roush Raptor.

The players

Pacific Air Cargo

A cargo airline that provides eight weekly exclusive Boeing 747-400F express air cargo services connecting major mainland gateways to Hawaii and other Pacific destinations. The company specializes in oversize cargo and offers full and part-charters.

Drag Tech Racing

A Hawaii-based automotive team founded in 1990 to support the Choo family's passion for performance and community engagement. The team is known for competition and show vehicles, as well as active community involvement and charitable outreach.

Steve Choo

A member of the father-and-son Drag Tech Racing team that will compete in the 2026 Baja Raptor Runs challenge.

Puna Choo

A member of the father-and-son Drag Tech Racing team that will compete in the 2026 Baja Raptor Runs challenge.

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What they’re saying

“Partnering with Pacific Air Cargo strengthens our mission — aligning speed, precision, and reliability both on and off the track.”

— Steve Choo, Drag Tech Racing (natlawreview.com)

“We're honored to work alongside Pacific Air Cargo — a partnership built on performance, professionalism, and shared community values.”

— Puna Choo, Drag Tech Racing (natlawreview.com)

“This exciting partnership gives Pacific Air Cargo a great opportunity to demonstrate our expertise in shipping high-value vehicles and equipment.”

— Thomas Ingram, Pacific Air Cargo Chief Operations Officer (natlawreview.com)

What’s next

As the 2026 Baja Raptor Runs challenge approaches, Pacific Air Cargo looks forward to standing alongside Drag Tech Racing as they compete in the 1,000-mile off-road endurance race.

The takeaway

This partnership showcases Pacific Air Cargo's commitment to supporting local community initiatives and motorsports, while also highlighting the company's expertise in shipping high-value vehicles and equipment. For Drag Tech Racing, the sponsorship aligns with their mission of performance, professionalism, and giving back to Hawaii's next generation of automotive enthusiasts.