Flame Airikkala
Formula racing //
Flame's Socials:
Flame Airikkala is an 18-year-old British driver making her 2025 debut in GB4 and Kyojo Cup, carrying forward her late grandfather Pentti Airikkala’s legendary motorsport legacy.
Flame's Sponsors:
I definitely look up to him… but I didn’t really know him, I was only two when he died. But seeing as nobody else in my family was in rallying, it seems like was the only one left!
CHAT & RACER CALENDAR COMING
NEWS:
GRRL! Weekly Top-10 Newsletter
SubscribeSOCIALS:
VIDEOS:
FULL BIO: Flame Airikkala
Flame Airikkala is an 18-year-old British racing driver carrying forward the legendary Airikkala motorsport legacy, making her competitive debut in 2025 with the GB4 series and Kyojo Cup London events.
EARLY YEARS
Born circa 2006-2007, Flame is the granddaughter of Finnish rally legend Pentti Airikkala, one of the original “Flying Finns” who passed away in 2009 when she was only two years old. Despite the Airikkala family’s deep Finnish motorsport roots, Flame’s racing activities are based in the UK, where she competes in British racing series. While she didn’t know her grandfather well personally due to his early passing, his legendary status in rallying has clearly influenced her path into motorsport.
OTHER INTERESTS
Information about Flame’s interests outside motorsport has not been publicly documented, as she maintains focus on her racing career development.
EARLY SUCCESS
Flame made her racing debut in February 2025 at age 18, entering the competitive GB4 single-seater series at Snetterton Circuit with team Hillspeed. She also began competing in the Kyojo Cup London events, demonstrating her commitment to gaining experience across different racing formats. As of mid-2025, she has completed six GB4 races, building valuable experience in her rookie season while establishing herself in the British motorsport scene.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2025: Made racing debut in GB4 series at Snetterton Circuit with Hillspeed team.
- 2025: Competed in Kyojo Cup London events, expanding racing experience.
- 2025: Completed six GB4 races in rookie season.
INSPIRATIONS
Flame draws primary inspiration from her grandfather Pentti Airikkala, the late rally legend. As she puts it: “I definitely look up to him… Sadly I didn’t really know him that well because I was only two when he died, but seeing as nobody else in my family was in rallying, it seems like I’m the only one left!” This connection to her family’s motorsport legacy serves as both motivation and responsibility as she builds her own racing career.
REPUTATION
Within the UK motorsport community, Flame is recognized as a promising young driver representing the rebirth of the Airikkala racing tradition. Media coverage has been positive, framing her as “the new generation” carrying forward a legendary family name. Her early career performances with Hillspeed in GB4 have generated interest due to both her family background and her commitment to developing her skills in competitive single-seater racing. No controversies or disputes have marked her early career, and she’s building a reputation as a dedicated rookie working to establish her own identity in motorsport.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
Flame continues her 2025 racing schedule with multiple GB4 rounds and ongoing participation in the Kyojo Cup events. She has expressed her aim to honor her grandfather’s legacy while building her own career in motorsport. No specific announcements about contracts or team changes beyond the current 2025 season have been made public, as she focuses on gaining experience and developing her skills in her debut year.
References:
Hillspeed Team Profile
DirtFish: Airikkala Family Rally Legacy
GB4 Official Driver Profile
Instagram: @flameairikkala
DriverDB Profile
Have Flame updates or corrections? Please let us know – We’d love to keep this profile current.
