Whiteman Airport Safety Under Fire | Venice Beach News

Venice Beach News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 30, 2026 · 1m

After two recent near-disasters at Whiteman Airport—one involving a flipped Cessna and another with a failed landing gear—county supervisors demanded safety reforms. A public works report proposed free quarterly pilot seminars covering airspace, weather, and tech, plus runway upgrades—all while stressing current safety standards. But with another incident just weeks later, and a history of crashes including one on train tracks and a freeway fatality, tensions rise. Supporters call the airport vital and say only the FAA can shut it down, while locals push for closure. The Whiteman Airport…