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Clear for Takeoff Virtual 5K
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Clear for Takeoff Virtual 5K

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Jul 20, 2026 – Jul 27, 2026
Running

About this race

Join the Colorado Ninety-Nines Chapter for our Clear for Takeoff Virtual 5K, created to honor women who took flight and never looked back.

This isn’t just a race, it’s a celebration of courage, history, and the future of women in aviation. 

Run, walk, jog, hike,  treadmill or hit the trails from anywhere in the world. Staying active is an important part of being a pilot and supporting mental health. 

Whether you’re a pilot, aviation enthusiast, supporter, or simply someone who loves a good cause, you’re invited to be part of this meaningful event.

Proceeds support the Colorado Ninety-Nines Chapter’s:

  • Aviation scholarships
  • Education and community programs
  • Outreach to future women pilots

When you register, you’re not just logging miles, you’re helping the next generation of women get cleared for takeoff.

Registration Includes:

  • Official Clear for Takeoff race bib
  • Commemorative race shirt
  • Finisher medal 
  • Plus, automatic entry to win a personalized Pink Lift Flight Bag or Women's Airfoil Jacket from Flight Outfitters.

How it works: 

1.     Register for the event

2.     Complete your 5K anytime during the event week

3.     Submit your time

Share your experience using #99sClearForTakeoff

Join fellow runners on July 20, 2026 for the Clear for Takeoff Virtual 5K. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Colorado Springs.

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Clear for Takeoff Virtual 5K

Register today and complete your virtual 5K on your own schedule between Monday, July 20th – Sunday, July 27th! Every participant receives an aviation-themed race bib, commemorative shirt, and finisher medal, shipped directly to you. When you register you are automatically entered into a raffle to win either a personalized Pink Lift Flight Bag or Women's Airfoil Jacket from Flight Outfitters. Run, walk, hike, or treadmill and share your journey online—post photos and don't forget to tag us #ClearForTakeoff5K

Jul 20, 2026 5K 3:00 AM
$35.00
Open

Weather Overview

These values represent the 5-year monthly averages for July in Colorado Springs.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (monthly average) 14.6° / Maximum temperature (monthly average) 30.3°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like (with wind chill; monthly average) 14.6° / Maximum feels like (with wind chill; monthly average) 31.9°
Wind (km/h)
Average wind speed (monthly average)
18.4
Precipitation (mm)
Average precipitation (monthly average)
1.8mm

About Colorado Springs

Clear for Takeoff Virtual 5K takes place in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. The local timezone is America/Denver.

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