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The Air Force Marathon is always scheduled to take place the third Saturday in September in commemoration of the anniversary of the United States Air Force. The marathon welcomes all branches of the military and any civilians to take part in this historic event. Active Duty, reservists, veterans, guard members, retirees, and ROTC cadets may receive up to $10 off their race registration.

Gift Registrations

Junior active duty, reserve, and guard enlisted members (E-1 to E-6) may apply to receive a donated race entry. Learn more here.

Stratosphere Challenge

The Stratosphere Challenge is a competition amongst teams of Air Force and Space Force service members (active duty, reserve, or guard). Each half marathon and marathon team will be compromised of 5 members (mixed male/female) evenly built according to information provided on individual applications. Learn more here.

Deployed Location Races

The United States Air Force has sanctioned Deployed Location races overseas. These races offer our deployed military members the chance to share the experience and camaraderie associated with this world-class event. Learn more here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Refunds will be given to individuals who have deployment orders that will prevent them from participating in the Air Force Marathon. Refunds will NOT be given for TDY or PCS orders. The following are the requirements for a refund due to a deployment:
  • Copy of deployment orders (CED Orders)
  • Refund needs to be requested via email (usaf.marathon@us.af.mil) before the end of September
Permissive TDY is authorized for Air Force Active Duty members under AFI 36-3003 (11 May 16) Military Leave Program, Chapter 4, Paragraph 4.2.3, Table 4.5, Rule 12. Be sure to check with your supervisor.

In accordance with Joint Travel Regulations, DoD guidance and AF Instructions, civilians cannot be granted permissive TDY to participate in the Air Force Marathon. For more information please contact HQ AFMC/A1SXA at (937) 257-4803, (937) 257-4803 or DSN 787-4803.
According to AFI 36-3003, for the Permissive TDY rules to apply, the ANG or Reserve member must be on Active Duty status. This must be approved by the Unit Commander.

(This publication addresses leave, passes, and permissive temporary duty (PTDY) for military members. It applies to active duty personnel, including United States Air Force Reserve (USAFR) on active duty. It also applies to Air National Guard (ANG) members serving on active duty in Guard or Reserve status under the provisions of Titles 10 or 32 United States Code (U.S.C.) for 30 or more consecutive days. It implements Air Force Policy Directive 36-30, Military Entitlements, and DoD Directive 1327.5, Leave and Liberty, September 24, 1985, with changes 1-4).
As of 2023, after much thought and consideration, the Air Force Services Center has done a complete overhaul of the Air & Space Challenge. This challenge will now be called the Stratosphere Challenge and will be a competition amongst teams of Air Force and Space Force service members (active duty, reserve, or guard). Each half marathon and marathon team will be comprised of 5 members (mixed male/female) evenly built according to information provided on individual applications. 50 service members will be selected to attend (20 half marathon/30 marathon). For more information, see the Stratosphere Challenge page.

 

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