Whiteman Airport (WHP)

Whiteman Airport is a busy general aviation facility in Pacoima, California, strategically located in San Fernando Valley handling over 80,000 annual operations and serving as home base for over 600 aircraft. Youth programs and educational outreach demonstrate community engagement through aviation career exploration and STEM partnerships with local schools. The airport houses numerous aviation businesses offering aircraft maintenance, fuel services, flight instruction, aircraft rental, and specialized aviation services supporting the active general aviation community. Helicopter training and pattern operations prohibited 20:00 to 08:00 to minimize noise impact on residential communities.

The facility accommodates aircraft from small two-seat trainers to larger turboprops and business jets on its single paved runway at 1,003-foot elevation with favorable year-round weather. The airport operates 24/7 as an important FAA reliever helping reduce congestion at LAX, Burbank, and Van Nuys. Weather conditions are generally favorable year-round in semi-arid Mediterranean climate, with occasional Santa Ana winds requiring operational adjustments. Emergency services, public safety operations, news helicopters, and medical evacuation services utilize the facility for essential community support and disaster response.

Ground access via Interstate 5, State Routes 210 and 218 provides convenient San Fernando Valley connectivity throughout greater Los Angeles. Voluntary curfew restrictions apply 22:00 to 06:00 daily except for emergency, law enforcement, government, and public service flights. A contracted air traffic control tower operated by Barton Aviation provides professional traffic management during peak hours, ensuring safe separation of diverse aircraft.

🌟 View Real-Time Airport Reviews

See current Google Maps reviews, ratings, photos, and traveler experiences for Whiteman Airport (WHP).