Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport is about a 31-minute drive from Industry Inn & Suites. The airport serves general aviation and commercial charter flights, so check your flight arrangements and ground transportation details before setting out.
- Airport: Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport, also known as Hawthorne Municipal Airport
- Address: 12101 S. Crenshaw Blvd., Hawthorne, CA 90250
- Airport role: general aviation and commercial charter flights
About Hawthorne Municipal Airport
Hawthorne Municipal Airport is a general aviation airport that also handles commercial charter flights. The City of Hawthorne owns it, and its airport identifier is KHHR.
The airport opened on June 19, 1942. Northrop Aircraft operated and maintained it until February 13, 1948, when the City of Hawthorne took over those responsibilities. Today, the airport has one runway, runway 7/25, measuring 4,884 feet by 100 feet. Its 80-acre site includes 80 hangars and an FAA-operated Air Traffic Control Tower.
The City describes the airport as close to the junction of the 405 and 105 freeways, three miles from Los Angeles International Airport and ten miles from downtown Los Angeles.
How do you get from Hawthorne Airport to La Puente?
For a drive toward La Puente, use the airport address, 12101 S. Crenshaw Blvd., Hawthorne, CA 90250, when arranging a pickup or entering the destination in your navigation app.
The City places the airport near the 405 and 105 freeways, but the available route facts don’t identify a particular freeway sequence. Follow current navigation for your pickup point and destination rather than relying on a fixed turn-by-turn route.
Checking airport services and access
Airport services and access details are best confirmed with the City of Hawthorne before you travel. The City says airport staff maintains the runway, taxiways, control tower, perimeter fence and entrance gates, along with general safety and security.
For questions about airport administration, the City lists (310) 349-1637. Its administration office hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and alternating Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; the office is closed every other Friday in accordance with City Hall. If you’re arranging accommodation, a guest room in La Puente is available.
Before you go, check the official site for the City of Hawthorne’s current airport access and service details.
FAQs
What is the airport’s identifier?
Its identifier is KHHR. The airport is also known as Jack Northrop Field.
Does Hawthorne Municipal Airport serve charter flights?
Yes. It serves general aviation and commercial charter flights.
Who owns Hawthorne Municipal Airport?
The City of Hawthorne owns the airport.