Road RunningArmed Forces Series ChallengeBoston Marathon QualifierWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier

Air Force Marathon

Road Running covering 1 km to 42.2 km in Dayton (Ohio, United States)

LocationDayton, Ohio, United StatesShow on map(39.7762° N, 84.1075° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Air Force Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Dayton, Ohio, US focused on Road Running. It is part of Armed Forces Series Challenge, Boston Marathon Qualifier. Key features include Culture & History, City Run, Kids & Youth Races, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), 10 K (10 km, +45 m D+), 5 K (5 km, +22 m D+), and Kids' 1km race (1 km, +4 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (usafmarathon.com).

Official website
Air Force Marathon in Dayton (Work: "Race runners in Courmayeur", Photo: Parkywiki, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
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Event characteristics

Culture & HistoryCity RunKids & Youth RacesMulti-Day

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m49 m - 129 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+95 m52 m - 92 mLoop courseRoute & profile
10 KRoad Running10 km+45 m55 m - 74 mLoop courseRoute & profile
5 KRoad Running5 km+22 m58 m - 67 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Kids' 1km raceRoad Running1 km+4 m61 m - 63 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+190 m D+
Elevation loss
-190 m D-
Altitude range
49 m - 129 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS39.7762° N, 84.1075° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 49 m to 129 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 129 m·at 23.7 km·Ø 0.9 %
49 m76 m102 m129 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km129 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Air Force Marathon take place?

Air Force Marathon takes place in Dayton, Ohio, US (start area at coordinates 39.7762° N, 84.1075° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Air Force Marathon?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), 10 K (10 km, +45 m D+), 5 K (5 km, +22 m D+), and Kids' 1km race (1 km, +4 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Air Force Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 49 m and 129 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Air Force Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (usafmarathon.com).