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Teanna Herrera holding her recognition plaque, standing next to Chris (Airport Director) and Sara (Development Manager)
SBA February Employee of the Month: Teanna Herrera
SBA’s February Employee of the Month has been award to Teanna Herrera, Senior Engineering Tech! Teanna was selected for providing departmental IT coordination and support for a variety of programs.
March 21, 2023
Palm trees against a blue sky
Spring Travel Tips: Arrive Early & Be Prepared
Spring break has sprung! 🌷 Which means if you’re flying out of SBA during March/April, be prepared for some potentially busy travel days. By following these tips, you can ensure your trip is as smooth as possible:
March 16, 2023
San Jose Bridge with Sandspit Rd exit in the background
Highway 217 Construction to Impact Airport Access
In mid-April, CalTrans will begin construction on Highway 217 which may impact access to the Santa Barbara Airport. The Sandspit Road on and offramps may be periodically closed as crews replace the bridge above San Jose Creek. This project…
March 13, 2023
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Black History Month: Aviation Pioneers
As we celebrate Black History Month, we can’t forget to recognize some of the pioneers who’s trailblazing leadership paved the way for inclusion and diversity within the aviation industry.
February 7, 2023
Team of 10 people pulling an airplane with a rope
Plane Pull Returns March 4
Join Alpha Resource Center on Saturday, March 4 for the 2nd Annual Plane Pull at the Santa Barbara Airport! The Plane Pull is an extreme team challenge where teams of 10 play tug of war with an Alaska Airlines E175 airplane weighing…
February 3, 2023
Airport tenants: Atlantic Aviation and Above All Aviation
Tenant Spotlight: Above All Aviation & Atlantic Aviation
Did you know there are more than 150 different tenants that rent and work out of the Santa Barbara Airport? Welcome to SBA's new Tenant Spotlight series, where we highlight some of the diverse people and businesses contributing to Santa…
January 20, 2023
SBA Parking Lot Closures
Parking Lot Closures
SBA will be temporarily closing the Short Term and Economy Parking Lots for two phases of improvements beginning Monday, January 23. Closures are as follows: -January 23-25: Short Term Parking Lot will be closed (500 James Fowler Rd) -…
January 13, 2023
SBA - National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Did you know there are more than 27 million adults and children that are subjected to human trafficking around the world, including the U.S.? January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month and there are ways that all of us can help…
January 12, 2023
SBA Reopening Details
SBA Reopening Details
The Santa Barbara Airport began a phased reopening today (Tuesday 1/10) at 3:20 PM. All commercial airlines have been notified and will be working to restore service to and from SBA as soon as possible. Please check with airlines directly…
January 10, 2023
SBA Closed Due to Flooding
SBA Closed Due to Flooding
UPDATE: As of January 10 at 3:20 PM, the Airport has begun a phased reopening. Learn more here.  ------ The Santa Barbara Airport is currently CLOSED due to flooding. All commercial flights are cancelled until further…
January 9, 2023
Red wine being poured into a wine glass with wine bottles in the background
Wine Flies Free on Alaska Airlines
Wine lovers, rejoice! Alaska Airlines' Wine Flies Free™ program allows passengers to check a case of wine for free when flying out of the Santa Barbara Airport! 
December 20, 2022
Airport staff presenting employee of the month plaque
SBA Employee of the Month: Rodolfo Montalvo, Security Staff
Rodolfo Montalvo, AKA Rudy, was selected to represent the Airport as Employee of the Month for November 2022 for his work as the lead for non-sworn security staff. His continued commitment to training all new security staff demonstrates…
December 16, 2022
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