DFW AIRPORT, Texas, October 7, 2024
As part of Dallas Fort Worth International Airport’s (DFW) ongoing celebration of its 50th anniversary year, the airport opened one of its seven runways for a once-in-a-lifetime 5K run on the airfield this past weekend.
Saturday’s 5K on the Runway kicked off at 7:30 a.m., with a mix of more than 1,300 seasoned runners, walkers and enthusiastic newcomers making their way along the course in a spirited display of community spirit.
DFW used runway 13R/31L for the 5K. The runway is 9,300 feet long, and the race did not disrupt normal flight operations.
About Dallas Fort Worth International Airport: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is one of the world’s busiest and most connected airports. Celebrating 50 years of service in 2024, DFW is proud to be not only a major port for North America but also a vital community asset. Centered between its owner cities of Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, it serves as a major economic engine generating jobs and attracting businesses. DFW is committed to providing exceptional customer service and in 2023 was named the best large airport for customer satisfaction in North America by Airports Council International. A leader in sustainability, DFW is the world’s largest and North America’s first carbon-neutral airport. In 2023, DFW Airport served over 80 million passengers and offered more than 250 global destinations. For more information, visit the DFW website or download the DFW Mobile App for iOS and Android devices.
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