Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – Foley’s municipal airport opened its doors to the public for an open house event, giving residents a chance to explore the facility and learn more about it.
The event took place on Saturday, March 22, and drew about 100 visitors. Attendees had the opportunity to ask questions about airport operations and daily activities. One nearby resident said she had always wanted to see the airport up close since she lives next to it.
“This is so nice to be able to come out here,” she said. “I’ve wanted to come out, but I didn’t want to interrupt anyone while they’re working out here. Everyone’s very nice and you have a wonderful place here.”
Lightning Aviation, the company that oversees the airport, hosted the open house.
The Foley Municipal Airport has a 3,700-foot runway extending north and south. The facility offers flight instruction, aircraft maintenance, aircraft rentals and other services.
The airport is located at 510 Airport Drive near Underwood Road, Baldwin County 24, about five miles from the Tanger Outlet Center and about 15 miles from the Gulf beaches.