WHITEMAN AIRPORT

What It’s Known For

Whiteman Airport is best known as a busy general aviation airport in the San Fernando Valley.

  • High volume of private and small aircraft

  • Popular for flight training and pilot schools

  • Active helicopter operations

  • A more affordable, less congested alternative to larger LA airports

In short: a key hub for training, private aviation, and local flying in Los Angeles.

whITMAN AIRPORT

Operations & Facilities

OPERATIONS

  •  Over 100,000+ annual aircraft operations (primarily general aviation)

  •  ~600 based aircraft, mostly single-engine planes

  • Open 24/7 with continuous airport access

  •  Heavy flight training activity and local operations

  • Supports helicopter and emergency service operations

FACILITIES

  • 1 Runway (12/30): 4,120 ft x 75 ft, asphalt

  • Air Traffic Control Tower (daily operation)

  • 24/7 fuel services (Jet A & Avgas, full & self-serve)

  •  Multiple maintenance & repair facilities

  • Pilot lounge, terminal, and parking/hangar space

  • Weather system (AWOS) and navigational aids