The FlyBy 5K and 2-Mile Fun Run\/Walk will offer participants rare access to the airfield of Pittsburgh International Airport on Sept. 19. <\/p>\n
The event, which includes a first look at the new terminal<\/a> from the airfield, is returning after a one-year hiatus due to construction.<\/p>\n Registration is currently open for the event, which allows people of all ages to run or walk along the same taxiways used by aircraft.<\/p>\n \u201cThe races are a testament to our commitment to community engagement at Pittsburgh International Airport,\u201d Allegheny County Airport Authority CEO Christina Cassotis said. \u201cThis event is a unique opportunity for the public to connect with the airport in a way that\u2019s fun and meaningful while getting a closer look at our new world-class terminal from the airfield. We are thrilled to once again open our airfield for this extraordinary event and invite the community to join us in experiencing the new airport.\u201d<\/p>\n Presented by CNX Resources, the event features two course options: a timed 5K, which is 3.1 miles, and an untimed 2-Mile Fun Run\/Walk. <\/p>\n Both routes are stroller-friendly, and children under 4 years old can register at no cost. <\/p>\n All participants will receive a technical finisher shirt and medal, with awards and post-race festivities rounding out the morning. <\/p>\n Proceeds from the event will support the Allegheny County Airport Authority Charitable Foundation.<\/p>\n The event is organized by P3R, the group responsible for the annual DICK\u2019S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon.<\/p>\n Click here<\/a> for more information or to register for the event.<\/p>\n According to a release from P3R, Pittsburgh International Airport serves about 10 million passengers each year. <\/p>\n Download the FREE WPXI News app<\/a> for breaking news alerts.<\/p>\n Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook<\/a> and Twitter<\/a>. | Watch WPXI NOW<\/a><\/p>\n TOP STORIES FROM CHANNEL 11 NEWS <\/p>\n \u00a92026 Cox Media Group<\/p>\n