Aiport News & Press Releases

Santa Maria, CA — The Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) is elevating regional connectivity and economic growth with twice-daily nonstop flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). This new service is more than convenience—it’s a strategic investment in the vitality of the Santa Maria Valley and the Central Coast.  SMX has been an integral …

Heads up, Santa Maria residents — you may notice louder skies between February 16 and 20. The Royal Air Force (RAF) will be conducting training exercises over the Pacific, with Typhoon jets operating out of Santa Maria Airport (SMX) twice daily — around 10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.  These temporary operations are part of scheduled …

Santa Maria Airport is excited to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Allegiant Air service. Allegiant inaugurated service at Santa Maria in February 2006 with nonstop service to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport.  “Nearly twenty years ago, Allegiant brought their low-fare, leisure service to Santa Maria, and we are delighted to celebrate their anniversary,” said …

A vacancy on the Santa Maria Public Airport District Board of Directors, Division 2,has occurred due to the resignation of Board Member Ignacio "Nash" Moreno. The Board of Directors intends to fill the vacancy by appointment. The Board of Directors maymake an appointment to fill the vacancy on or after January 8, 2026. The person …

Santa Maria Airport is proud to announce American Airlines has officially started serving the airport with nonstop service to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on October 15, 2025. The two daily roundtrip American Eagle flights will be on 76-seat regional jet aircraft offering 12 first class seats and 64 coach seats. “This is a great …

Santa Maria Airport is excited to announce American Airlines will begin twice daily nonstop flights between Santa Maria and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport starting October 15. Flights will be operated on 76-seat regional jets offering 12 first class seats and 64-coach seats operated by SkyWest Airlines. “We’re excited about the new partnership with American …

Santa Maria, Calif. – Santa Maria and Orcutt residents may notice increased noise from military aircraft as the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center conducts exercise Bamboo Eagle 24-3 from Aug. 5 to Aug. 9. Over 120 aircraft are scheduled to depart various locations throughout Southern California twice a day and could remain in the air for …

Historic Aircraft Exhibitions are BACK! Join us for a spectacular showcase of historic aircraft!

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the N6365P aircraft was determined to beabandoned and taken into custody by the Santa Maria Public Airport pursuant toResolution 922 of the Board of Directors of the Santa Maria Public AirportDistrict. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN THAT a public auction will take place June 29th,2023, at the Santa Maria Public Airport …