The Socorro Island Naval Air Station () is a military airfield operated by the Mexican Navy on Socorro Island, Colima, Mexico. It is operated by Mexican Navy for its Mexican Naval Aviation. The station provides air transport for naval personnel stationed on the island and their families.
Background It is located 5 kilometers northwest of the housing complex used by the families of sailors and previously had a runway 1245 meters long and 30 meters wide. Starting in 2008, through a concession granted to Asfaltos Guadalajara S.A.P.I. de C.V., the runway was extended to 1600 meters, adding 90 meters to the north side and 260 meters to the south side. The runway currently has a concrete surface and a width of 50 meters; the airfield includes an apron and a hangar.
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External links SEMAR