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Officially serving The South Coast since 1936

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HISTORIC OVERVIEW

Santa Barbara has a rich aviation history dating back to 1914.
  • The Airline Terminal itself, along with the historic tower shown below, was constructed in 1942 by United Airlines.
  • Additions were made in 1967 and 1976.
  • Since 1976, many Terminal functions have been relocated.
  • Post - 9/11: TSA accommodations have been added.
  • 2006-2010: The Airline Terminal Project is another important historic step that will improve our efficiency in the future.
You can read more about this rich history on our Historic Timeline page.