Newsletter

Summer is coming, and so is a new gateway sign to lead the way to San Carlos Airport. Motorists turning onto Airport Way from Redwood Shores Parkway will soon be greeted by a new monument sign. Sign features include aluminum-fabricated “San Carlos Airport” lettering and silhouettes of an adult, children, and an airplane. The sign […]

The Friendly Approach program makes it easy for community members to have their aircraft-related questions answered in two simple ways: The more detail provided about the aircraft operation—including time of day, full street address including ZIP Code, and the reason for the concern—the easier it will be for airports’ staff to review the comment, and

Find Your Dream Career at SQL and HAF Check out the County of San Mateo’s hiring page to find your dream career. Type “airport” in the search bar to learn about open positions at San Carlos and Half Moon Bay airports. We are currently recruiting for the Airport Maintenance Worker II position. Visit the County’s

The County of San Mateo Airports social media channels are another way to share news and updates about how we service our community. Find and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X, and comment on how we’re doing or share any airports-related questions you may have.

Air traffic services at San Carlos Airport (SQL) are provided by SERCO, a privately owned company, through a contract with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Air traffic controllers are essential partners for safe and secure flight operations at airports. A full complement of six controllers—with expertise developed through FAA and military air traffic control careers—is

The runways at Half Moon Bay Airport (HAF) and San Carlos Airport (SQL) were rehabilitated in summer and fall 2023, respectively, marking a major milestone for the County of San Mateo Airports team. The SQL and HAF runways collectively support 130,000 aircraft takeoffs and landings annually, causing pavement wear and tear, which requires ongoing care.

Pilot Light Cafe, an appropriate name for the popular restaurant at Half Moon Bay Airport, is a welcoming beacon for pilots and community members alike. Owned and operated by Shoshana Wolff and Sachin Chopra, a wife and husband team who live in the coastal community, Pilot Light has far exceeded their expectations since its opening

— Half Moon Bay Airport — Clear-weather patterns during winter and spring can lead to more flight training at Half Moon Bay Airport (HAF). Pilots should be aware that HAF neighbors—residents, business owners, and thriving wildlife in the nearby Fitzgerald Marine Reserve—are sensitive to aircraft noise. Airports’ staff ask that pilots (when practical and safe)

— Pavement Rehab Projects Planned at Both HAF and SQL; On-Airport Businesses Will Remain Open During the Airfield Construction —