Aviation destinations in California
California's diverse geography, from the Sierra Nevada mountains to the Pacific coastline, offers pilots an array of flying opportunities, including mountain flying, coastal routes, and urban sightseeing over iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge.
Destinations
- Wings CafeFullerton Municipal Airport (KFUL)Fullerton, CASee More
You won't find any chicken wings at this airport breakfast cafe.
- The Propeller Bar & GrillBorrego Valley Airport (L08)Borrego Springs, CASee More
This desert oasis serves great food and frequently hosts live music.
- Planes of Fame Air MuseumChino Airport (KCNO)Chino, CASee More
Museum that maintains frequently-flying military aircraft.
- Maniac-Mikes CafeCable Airport (KCCB)Upland, CASee More
Watch planes come and go while you enjoy a delicious breakfast.
- The Landings GastropubMcClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ)Carlsbad, CASee More
Restaurant featuring an outdoor patio for plane-spotting.
- Harris Ranch Prime SteakhouseHarris Ranch Airport (3O8)Coalinga, CASee More
Have time to linger? Stop by and eat a great steak!
- Harris Ranch Express BBQHarris Ranch Airport (3O8)Coalinga, CASee More
In a hurry? Make a quick BBQ pit stop!
- Hangar 24 Brewery & TaproomRedlands Municipal Airport (KREI)Redlands, CASee More
Enjoy the views of the San Bernardino Mountains while your passengers enjoy great craft beers.
- DC-3 GourmetCompton/Woodley Airport (KCPM)Compton, CASee More
A vintage DC-3 converted into a food truck raises funds for Tomorrow's Aeronautical Museum.
- The Aviator CasinoDelano Municipal Airport (KDLO)Delano, CASee More
It's aces high at this casino featuring blackjack and poker.
- Airport in the Sky RestaurantCatalina Airport (KAVX)Avalon, CASee More
A challenging landing at Catalina Airport deserves a $100 buffalo burger.