Catalina runway closed for repairs from December 11th 2018 to April 15 2019.

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https://www.catalinaconservancy.org/index.php?s=visit&p=visit_airport_in_the_sky

A big 16th birthday excitement for BFC member Zachary! Zachary and CFI Fred Webster went up for a flight to make sure Zachary was up to the task of flying solo today on his birthday. CFI Fred said Zachary did an awesome job flying up to Minter Field for some pattern work. They did a few landings at Meadows as well before CFI Fred hopped out and told Zachary to go have some fun solo. The Bakersfield tower wished Zachary Happy Birthday and said he did awesome on this 3 landings! Mom, Dad, brother and Grandfather were all in attendance for the big day, Congratulations from the BFC!

Mega BFC congratulations to Colton Spires for doing his first solo, and on his 16th birthday to boot! Colton had been looking forward to this day since beginning training over 2 years ago. “He’s been ready for this for over a year,” said CFI Bill, “but had to wait for this birthday to meet the FAA requirement.” Colton’s family was on hand to watch him go around the pattern three times before pulling back into the BFC ramp with the biggest smile anybody has ever seen. We’re all proud of you Colton, and look forward to continuing your training to the Private Pilot checkride and beyond.