For aviation interests that have battled for years to keep Santa Monica Airport open, the fight is far from over. The National Business Aviation Association is leading an effort to overturn an agreement between the FAA and the city of Santa Monica that would see the airport close after 2028.
Fight to Keep Santa Monica Airport Open Heads Back to Federal Court
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA and the City of Santa Monica reached a settlement agreement to close Santa Monica Airport after December 31, 2028, and immediately shorten its runway, limiting access for large business jets.
- The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), along with other aviation groups and tenants, has appealed this settlement to a federal appeals court, aiming to overturn the decision and maintain the airport's operations.
- NBAA views Santa Monica Airport as a vital aviation asset for the Los Angeles basin and is committed to aggressively supporting unrestricted business aviation access through the appeal and other ongoing administrative complaints regarding the city's airport management.
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