With the agreement the City of Santa Monica made with the FAA earlier this year to shorten the runway at SMO and ultimately close the airport in 2028, the city is working quickly to shut out business jets from the embattled airport as soon as possible.
Santa Monica Rushes to Shorten SMO Runway
Key Takeaways:
- The City of Santa Monica is rapidly proceeding with plans to shorten the Santa Monica Airport (SMO) runway to 3,500 feet, aiming to exclude most business jets as part of an agreement with the FAA to close the airport by 2028.
- A $3.5 million taxpayer-funded contract has been approved for the runway shortening project, with construction slated to begin in October and conclude by the end of the year.
- The city's actions are currently facing multiple legal challenges from groups like NBAA and airport tenants, which could potentially halt the project or require the city to reverse the runway modifications at additional cost.
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