Monache Meadows Airstrip Restoration and Reopening
Completed · California · Last reported Jul 2026
Source: Plane + Pilot Magazine
The Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) successfully restored and reopened the Monache Meadows Airstrip (L80) in California after decades of closure. The restoration involved years of communication with government officials and volunteer work parties, resulting in a nearly 2,400-foot long, flat, grass-covered airstrip at an elevation of 7,874 feet. This project is part of the RAF's 'Expanding t
- Status
- Closed
- Sector
- Aerospace & Defense, Airport, Government
- Location
- California, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Plane + Pilot Magazine
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Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) successfully restored and reopened the Monache Meadows Airstrip (L80) in California after decades of closure. The restoration involved years of communication with government officials and volunteer work parties, resulting in a nearly 2,400-foot long, flat, grass-covered airstrip at an elevation of 7,874 feet. This project is part of the RAF's 'Expanding the Map' initiative to open or reopen at least 15 airstrips nationwide in 2026 to enhance recreational aviation access. |
Original sector | Aviation |
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Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | California |
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Source | Plane + Pilot Magazine |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Aerospace & Defense, Airport, Government |
Article published date | 2026-07-19 |
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