Pinal Airpark

This is a cool place to visit, even though they do not have tours unless pre-arranged. Driving by, stopping by and see all the planes that are parked there was quite a sight! Had a wonderful lunch at the Flightline Bar and Grill.

Planes planes & planes.

The Pinal County Airpark, located in Marana, Arizona, northwest of Tucson, is a county-owned airport just north of the Pinal/Pima county line along Interstate 10. It was originally known Marana Army Air Field.

On the grounds of the airport are a variety of tenants, both private sector and government.

One primary function is serving as a "boneyard" for civilian commercialaircraft as well as airliner storage, reconfiguration, and reclamation. Out-of-service airliners are stored there since the dry, low humidity of the Sonoran desert provides an ideal storage environment.

Unfortunately I’ve visited this airfield Dec 2021 when no tour was available anymore due to COVID

But the friendly staff let you drive around and take as many pictures you want. Remember to be respectful always and not litter

Just a few miles off of I-10, Pinal Airpark is definitely worth at least a brief stop. While it might not seem all that inviting, ever since Evergreen International went out of business, thus ending their lease on the property and leading to the transfer of the airport to Pinal County, the Pinal Airpark has been technically open to the public. That doesn't mean it's all that accessible. Still, everything on the east side of the ramp that isn't gated off is fair game, as it gawking over the past-their-prime beasts that are being stored or recycled.

But things get better! If you get in touch with the Airpark office, you might luck out and be able to arrange a tour with the staff. They're super friendly. The tour is casual and there's no agenda. But I received a ride around the field and a chance to walk amongst some retired Queens of the Sky.