Hello, this is Sharinkan Kumamoto Airport Branch!
I have big news for you all! We are pleased to announce that the airport, which has a whopping 3,000-meter runway, will befirst (of its kind) in JapanThe special event, which will be called "runway cyclingwill be held at Aso Kumamoto Airport!
It is a dreamlike experience to ride a bicycle on the runway where airplanes take off and land, an area that is normally inaccessible to the public! Isn't it exciting just to imagine it?
The runway of Kumamoto Airport is not just a flat road. In fact, there is a 12 meter difference in elevation between the east and west sides. The 12 meter difference in elevation is the equivalent of a 4-story building.Very dynamic course with elevation changes of up to 3,000 metersJust as airplanes take off from the runway and accelerate, you too can feel the difference in elevation and enjoy cycling with a completely different sensation than you normally do. The exhilaration of riding a bicycle on a vast runway where huge airplanes take off and land while the wind blows is exceptional!
Experience the "grooving" of the runway!
And the "grooving" (safety grooves) on the runway is what you should definitely pay attention to at this event. You would never notice these grooves on the surface of the runway if you were just flying. They play an important role in improving drainage in the event of rain and supporting safe takeoffs and landings of airplanes.
The "Runway Cycling" program is a great way to get this grooving going.You can touch it directly and feel its unevenness through the bicycle tire!The program is designed to provide an opportunity to learn about the safety of airplanes and their safety features. This is a rare opportunity to experience with your own hands and body the ingenuity that goes into keeping airplanes safe.
This "Runway Cycling" is the perfect event for cyclists, airplane enthusiasts, and all those who "want a different experience! This is the perfect event for cyclists, airplane enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to experience something different. Don't miss this rare opportunity, the first of its kind to be held in Japan!
Details of the event and how to participate will be announced at a later date. Please check the blog and SNS of Sharinkan Kumamoto Airport Branch.
I sincerely look forward to seeing you all on the runway!