A new Santa Monica Mirror article suggests that while Santa Monica Airport is officially slated to close in 2028, its future may be far more open than many think. The analysis points out major challenges with redevelopment—especially unclear funding and the high cost of converting the land—which could delay or even shift the current plan altogether. At the same time, strong public support for keeping the airport operational and the growing discussion around alternative options, like continued or hybrid aviation use, are keeping the door very much open. Rather than a fixed ending, SMO’s future is still unfolding—and there’s a real and growing sense that the airport could remain a vital part of Los Angeles aviation for years to come.
