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Santa Paula Airport

Welcome to Santa Paula Airport. This airport is located just one nautical mile southeast of Santa Paula, California. It serves as a private, public-use airport. Santa Paula Airport focuses on general aviation and does not have scheduled commercial flights. It is a great spot for private pilots and aviation enthusiasts. The airport offers a unique experience for those looking to explore the skies above Ventura County.

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Santa Paula Airport is a small airport in California. It is located just southeast of Santa Paula's city center. This airport serves general aviation aircraft. It does not have scheduled commercial flights. The airport is privately owned but open for public use. Pilots can enjoy a quiet and friendly atmosphere here. The airport is perfect for private pilots and aviation enthusiasts. Visitors can watch planes take off and land. Santa Paula Airport offers a unique experience for those interested in flying.

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Basic information about airport

Airport code: SZP
Type: small
Continent: NA
Country code: US
Country: United
City Santa
IATA: SZP
Longitude: -119.060997
Latitude: 34.34719849

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Article on Santa Paula Airport (IATA: SZP)

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Santa Paula Airport: Your General Aviation Gateway To California

Introduction

Santa Paula Airport (IATA: SZP, ICAO: KSZP, FAA LID: SZP) is a private-use airport located one nautical mile (2 km) southeast of the central business district of Santa Paula in Ventura County, California. It is used for general aviation, with no scheduled commercial services, and the entire operations of this airport fall under private ownership as of 2013.

Airlines and Destinations

Santa Paula Airport has no scheduled commercial airline service because it is a general aviation airport. The airport serves private aircraft, including single-engine airplanes to luxury jets and helicopters.

Quantity of Passengers and Flights

As Santa Paula Airport does not have scheduled commercial flights, it does not report passenger numbers. It is used mainly by general aviation, and as of March 2024, there were 309 aircraft based at this airport.

How to Get Here

The airport is situated one nautical mile (2 km) southeast of the central business district. Access is by road to the north boundary of airport property via State Route 126.

Parking

There is no specific place for Santa Paula Airport parking. Visitors and pilots are allowed to park their vehicles in the numerous spaces in the separate zones of the landed property, like around the edge streets, near hangar points, and for individual facilities.

Transportation Price

Santa Paula is a GA-only airport, so there aren't any public transportation services available. Visitors and pilots will be responsible for getting into or out of the airport through their own personal vehicle, a rental car, or using an Uber-like service.

Terminal Layout

There is no traditional airport terminal building at Santa Paula Airport. There are large hangars, some maintenance buildings, and small offices, but no centralized terminal or passenger processing facilities.

Navigate the Airport

Santa Paula Airport is easy to get around and does not have a central terminal. Pilots, as well as visitors to the airport, can also use one of the perimeter roads surrounding all hangar and fixed-base operator (FBO) facilities on South Airport.

Getting Between Terminals

Since there are no real terminals at Santa Paula Airport, you need not worry about making your way around the property to different terminal buildings. There are walkable and drivable links for pilots, employees, or visitors to move between the different storage hangars and businesses surrounding them.

Services and Amenities

Basic Services and Amenities Provided to Private Pilots/Aircraft Owners by the Santa Paula Airport:

  • Fueling (AvGas 100LL and Jet-A)
  • General maintenance and repair facilities
  • Flight training and aircraft hire
  • Pilot lounges and restrooms

Restaurants and Shops

Note that there are no restaurants or shops on the airport property. However, the town of Santa Paula, just a quick drive from the airport, provides some dining and shopping opportunities.

Security and Customs

Santa Paula is a general aviation airport with no security or customs. It is the responsibility of private pilots and aircraft owners to ensure that their operations are compliant with all regulations.

Accessibility

Santa Paula Airport is a small general aviation airport, and not all services provided at larger commercial airports are available. Visitors requiring assistance for disabilities should get in touch with the management of the airport to inquire about any special services they may be able to provide.

Travel Tips

  • Get there early so you can park and get to your airplane
  • Pack what you need, as there's little on-site
  • Know what to expect in terms of the airport's hobbyist and general aviation activities, which don't include commercial services
  • Check weather and runway conditions before your operation