Anyone who has flown in to Catalina Airport (AVX), also named “Airport in the Sky” as it is situated atop a 1,602-foot mountain on Catalina Island about 20 miles off the beach-clad shores of southern California, knows the airport has long been in pretty bad shape. Potholes and pebbles make the runway best suited for rugged taildraggers. But soon the 3,250-foot runway will get the facelift it so badly needs. A $5 million project is underway to repair the runway, according to a press release from the Catalina Conservancy.
Catalina Airport Runway to be Restored by U.S. Marines
Key Takeaways:
- Catalina Airport (AVX), known as the "Airport in the Sky," is undergoing a much-needed $5 million runway repair project to address its current poor condition.
- The project is funded by donations to the Catalina Conservancy, which owns the airport, and is considered critical for island access for first responders, travelers, and freight.
- U.S. Marines from I MEF will participate in the runway repairs as part of a Department of Defense training program, gaining valuable experience.
- The airport, which opened in 1946, serves as a vital historical and functional asset for Catalina Island.
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