Page - Military Participants
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
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.
(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).
