Falls Church Airpark

[3][5] A 1949 report, compiled by the state of Virginia, described the airport as being located two miles southwest of Falls Church, and featuring a single strip that was characterized as "...poorly graded and hazardous after rains.The airpark also hosted a chapter of the Civil Air Patrol squadron, private flying clubs, a small building that contained a Link Trainer for student pilot use, a hangar used for maintenance work, and a converted house that was used as both an office and a snack bar complete with vending machines.[12] Despite the difficulties in landing and taking off due to the slope of the main runway and the restricting tree lines at the field's western end, the airfield was popular with local pilots and at its peak hosted approximately 75 planes.On at least two occasions, the applications were denied due to local opposition and concerns regarding the lack of adequate sewage infrastructure needed to support the 832 unit complex proposed by Eakin.Townhome sales started in 2023, In recognition of the air park, the builder used aviation terms for several of the roads in the complex, the main thoroughfare called "Old Airfield Lane.
Falls Church Airpark, circa 1950. The road at the top of the photo is U.S Route 50 (Arlington Blvd)
Falls Church Airpark hosted many events including this 1949 air show. Poster courtesy of Abandoned & Little-Known Airfields [4]
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