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Zamperini Field

Welcome to Zamperini Field, located just three miles southwest of downtown Torrance, California. This public airport serves as a regional reliever for the busy Los Angeles area. Originally known as Torrance Municipal Airport, it was renamed in honor of Louis Zamperini, a local sports and war hero, on December 7, 1946. This date marks the fifth anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attack. Zamperini Field offers a convenient option for travelers looking to explore the vibrant city of Torrance and the surrounding Los Angeles region.

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Zamperini Field is a public airport located three miles southwest of downtown Torrance, California. It serves as a regional reliever airport. The airport was once known as Torrance Municipal Airport. In 1946, it was renamed to honor Louis Zamperini, a local sports and war hero. The airport plays an important role in the Los Angeles area, providing access for travelers and supporting general aviation activities.

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Basic information about airport

Airport code: KTOA
Type: small
Continent: NA
Country code: US
Country: United
City Torrance
IATA: TOA
Longitude: -118.33999633789
Latitude: 33.803398132324

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Zamperini Field: Your Key to Torrance, California

Introduction

Adjacent to downtown Torrance, California, in the hamlet of Harbor Gateway lies Zamperini Field (IATA: TOA; ICAO: KTOA) — a popular public airport that helps keep Greater Los Angeles moving forward. Louis Zamperini's airport was a midsized airfield that has been key to the community since it opened in the 1940s.

Airlines and Destinations

Zamperini Field is shared with general aviation private and corporate aircraft, as well as with local companies catering to business aviation flights. Although it has no commercial passenger service, the airport is an important reliever for LAX and as such occupies a role with state-owned roads.

Passenger and Flight Count

Zamperini Field serves as a reliever airport for the region with a good deal of private and charter aircraft activity, housing an estimated 210 single-engine and multi-engine aircraft. There are two runways at the airport, 11L/29R and 11R/29L, which allows for a number of general aviation activities such as flight training operations including overflights to practice instrument procedures, corporate travel with executive jets, and recreational flying.

How to Get Here

HOW TO GET THERE

Zamperini Field is located just three miles southwest of downtown Torrance, meaning it's easily accessible by car or any other mode you must choose. The airport is at an elevation of 65 feet, it covers a distance of 506 acres located at N33°48.20' / W118°20.38'.

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Parking

The airport provides several convenient parking options for visitors, including both short- and long-term lots. Rates and availability can be requested from the airport.

Transportation Price

Public Transit Options at Zamperini Field

No public transit options directly serve the airport. Visitors can arrive at their end destination by using ride-share services, taxis, or car rentals.

Terminal Layout

Zamperini Field is a general aviation airport, so it lacks the kind of formal terminal building that you might associate with larger commercial airports. Airport facilities are scattered across the 506-acre piece, with several fixed-base operators (FBOs) and aviation tenants offering services for pilots and passengers.

Navigate the Airport

The airport layout is especially interesting as it was developed to serve the requirements of general aviation users, hence we can avoid saying that navigating Zamperini Field takes a compass. There is signage and airport maps to give visitors an idea of how best to find their way around the facility, including for FBOs, fuel stations, or other services.

Getting Between Terminals

There are no separate terminals to navigate because Zamperini Field is comprised of static facilities, rather than a traditional terminal structure. The airport is totally self-sufficient, and all the services and facilities are reachable within its walls.

Services and Amenities

Zamperini Field provides a variety of services and facilities to support general aviation operations. Such facilities include fuel stations, aircraft mechanics and repair services, flight planning tools/resources, as well as crew lounges. Torrance Airport also generates almost 2,000 local jobs and is the home of the Torrance Aircraft Owners Pilots Association.

Restaurants and Shops

Zamperini Field has no on-site restaurants or shops, but the nearby city of Torrance is home to a myriad of dining and shopping options close by.

Security and Customs

Since it is a general aviation airport, there are no airside security checkpoints or customs facilities. For how to get into the airport, normal airport security checks are in place, so please follow our travel guide on what and where you can take your items with airports.

Accessibility

Zamperini Field is a fully ADA accessible facility. The airport owns the necessary equipment, and its infrastructure responds to the needs of the handicapped.

Travel Tips

As with all airports, you should visit the airport website or talk to staff before heading out for specifics on available services, amenities, and any operational changes. Additionally, travelers should know where the airport is located and take care of their transport beforehand to make it a hassle-free journey both ways.