Van Nuys Airport VNY

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A leader in general aviation, business and community service Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is one of the busiest general aviation airports in the world.

-Contributes $2.0 billion to the local economy
-Supports over 10,000 jobs

For more than three-quarters of a century, Van Nuys Airport (VNY) has contributed to the rich history and economic vitality of the San Fernando Valley. Established in 1928 as a p

lace where daring young aviators let their dreams take flight, the airport continues the legacy of courage, craftsmanship and community set forth by aviation’s early pioneers. Today, as one of the world’s busiest general aviation airports and one of the largest employers in the San Fernando Valley, VNY serves a variety of private, corporate and government aviation needs. It is also home to fire, police, search and rescue and air ambulance flights that provide life-saving services to the region. VNY’s many community and educational outreach programs reflect our commitment to balancing the needs of aviation interests with those of local residents and businesses. Our goals are to build stronger relationships with our neighbors, facilitate aviation-related career and training opportunities, and open the doors of the airport to people of all ages. We invite you to explore the many programs we have to offer and to discover the airport is more than a place where aircraft take off and land. It is a valued resource to the community.

-Occupies 730 acres (295 hectares) within the City of Los Angeles.
-Reference point coordinates are 34 12' north latitude by 118 29' west longitude
-The airport has two north-south parallel runways:
-16R/34L is 8,000 X 150 ft;
-16L/34R is 4,000 X 75 ft.
-Elevation is 799 feet
-ILS, VOR, VOR/DME, LDA, GPS RNAV Approaches

As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services and activities.

09/04/2026

Thank you to the pilots and crew for letting our team tour the returning Super Scoopers contracted with Los Angeles County Fire Dept. for SoCal’s fire season.

The Canadair Super Scooper aircraft are fully amphibious and can land directly on water. The hull of the plane is shaped like one of a boat, so it can float and taxi on lakes, rivers, and even the ocean. While they have standard wheels for landing on normal airport runways, such as ours, the retractable landing gear also folds up when landing on water.

These amphibious aircraft are visible from the Van Nuys Observation Area if you’d like to get first hand look at how massive these planes are!

Bienvenue à Van Nuys Airport!Vice President of the Board of Airport Commissioners Vanessa Aramayo was honored to join Lo...
09/03/2026

Bienvenue à Van Nuys Airport!

Vice President of the Board of Airport Commissioners Vanessa Aramayo was honored to join Los Angeles County Fire Dept. and Supervisor Kathryn Barger in celebrating the arrival of these two Super Scoopers, their pilots, and the crew from Québec. Special thanks to Anne-Catherine Briand-Fortin, Acting Delegate of Québec in Los Angeles, for joining us today. Van Nuys Airport is proud to host these two CL-415 firefighting aircraft on loan from the government ahead of wildfire season and to continue our longstanding commitment to the safety of our community.

Van Nuys Airport team members recently met with LA County Fire Air Operations to explore opportunities for collaboration...
08/20/2026

Van Nuys Airport team members recently met with LA County Fire Air Operations to explore opportunities for collaboration and to strengthen our shared commitment to serving the community. As the Super Scoopers prepare to arrive at Van Nuys Airport, we’re excited to build this partnership and support regional wildfire response efforts.

Today we celebrate Aviation Day observed on Orville Wright’s birthday. We recognize the trailblazers whose perseverance ...
08/19/2026

Today we celebrate Aviation Day observed on Orville Wright’s birthday. We recognize the trailblazers whose perseverance led to one of humanity’s greatest achievements and continues to inspire the world for generations to come.

Happy 818 day! Van Nuys Airport is proud to call the San Fernando Valley home for nearly 100 years.
08/18/2026

Happy 818 day! Van Nuys Airport is proud to call the San Fernando Valley home for nearly 100 years.

It was an honor to join the Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber of Commerce for the 2026 State of the Valley Luncheon wi...
08/17/2026

It was an honor to join the Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber of Commerce for the 2026 State of the Valley Luncheon with our Airport Manager, Jacob Haik as a guest speaker. Van Nuys Airport was proud to be recognized for our significant economic impacts on the Valley alongside so many other outstanding organizations that help drive the Valley’s success.

We loved giving the students from Girls Build LA a tour of the operations here at Van Nuys Airport and supporting their ...
08/11/2026

We loved giving the students from Girls Build LA a tour of the operations here at Van Nuys Airport and supporting their mission to spark passion, empower leadership, and prepare them for their chosen college career paths. The students were able to visit LAFDAirOps and North Valley OC to learn more about careers in aviation.

Today we celebrate Amelia Earhart Day and the lasting impact of one of aviation’s most iconic pioneers.Fun fact: on Nov....
07/24/2026

Today we celebrate Amelia Earhart Day and the lasting impact of one of aviation’s most iconic pioneers.

Fun fact: on Nov. 22, 1929, Amelia Earhart took off from Van Nuys and set a women’s speed record of 184 mph. Nearly a century later, her legacy continues to inspire the next generation of aviators, innovators, and dreamers.

📸: National Geographic

From iconic productions to the next generation of storytellers, VNY remains committed to supporting filming in Los Angel...
07/21/2026

From iconic productions to the next generation of storytellers, VNY remains committed to supporting filming in Los Angeles and helping keep the entertainment industry thriving here at home. The final photo takes us back to 1992 featuring Clint Eastwood highlighting VNY’s long-standing role as a backdrop for film and television. Can you name any other productions filmed here at Van Nuys Airport?

Thank you Assemblymember Pilar Schiavo for visiting our airfield to gain a firsthand look at the critical role VNY plays...
07/15/2026

Thank you Assemblymember Pilar Schiavo for visiting our airfield to gain a firsthand look at the critical role VNY plays in regional emergency response, particularly aerial firefighting operations that support the communities in her district which includes the surrounding Angeles National Forest.

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16461 Sherman Way, Ste 300
Van Nuys, CA
91406

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