More than 600 participants gathered at Naples Airport (KAPF) on Nov. 7, 2026, for the fourth annual Naples Airport Runway 5K and 10K race, navigating a course lined with private jets, vintage aircraft, and airport facilities.
Race plans were approved by the FAA and permitted by the Naples City Council, according to Naples Airport Authority officials. Officials closed Runway 14/32 to aircraft during the competition, while Runway 05/23 remained active for scheduled departures.
“In just four years, the Runway 5K and 10K has become a signature race in Southwest Florida that attracts sprinters, endurance athletes, and weekend warriors, as well as families who simply want to soak in the atmosphere,” said Chris Rozansky, executive director of the Naples Airport Authority. “It’s part race, part aviation exhibit, and that’s what makes this event so special for participants, airport tenants and our staff.”
In the 5K, CJ Gustafson finished as the top overall male runner with a time of 17:15, and Elise Mueller won the female division in 18:23. In the 10K, Marvin Meironat posted the top male time of 38:04, while Beth Marzigliano finished first among female competitors in 39:56.
Proceeds from the event will be divided between Gulf Coast Runners for student-athlete scholarships and the Naples Chapter of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) to fund scholarships for aspiring pilots, mechanics, and engineers.
For more information: FlyNaples.com
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