Airplane Field

Fairview Park - Harbor Soaring Society glider field

Costa Mesa, CA

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At a glance

Flying area
Aircraft
Runway surfaceGrass (Turf)
Runway size
Heli padsNot sure
Stations
Control lineNot sure
Track surfaceNot applicable
Flying rules
Power
Smoke
AMANot sure
FRIANot sure
Noise
Who can fly
Who can fly hereNot sure
Field accessOpen to the public
Guest feeCity of Costa Mesa model aircraft permit: $25
When to fly
Hours1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month, weather permitting. No flying in the rainy season.
At the field
Facilities
Visitors
Camping
Pit powerNo power - bring charged batteries

Runways

Runway 1Grass (Turf)
Runway 2Grass (Turf)
Runway 3Grass (Turf)

Rules for visitors

Non-powered gliders only: free flight, discus launch (DLG), hi-start and winch launch. 10 lb maximum takeoff weight and 400 ft maximum altitude. No turbines, drugs, alcohol, pets or smoking. Everyone flying in Fairview Park needs a City of Costa Mesa model aircraft permit.
Guest pilots and spectators welcome; guests also need the city permit. Free intro lessons on club gliders.

Recreational pilots need an FAA TRUST certificate, and aircraft over 250 g must be FAA registered.

About this field

Camping & RV