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Flabob Airport (RIR/KRIR) is a historic general-aviation airport in Riverside, California, founded in 1925 and named for founders Flavio Madariaga and Bob Bogan. It retains a vintage, grassroots aviation character with a single paved runway, historic hangars, and a strong community of antique-aircraft enthusiasts. There is no scheduled airline service; the field primarily supports private pilots, flight training, and aviation events.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors check the airport event calendar before a weekend visit—Flabob often hosts EAA Chapter 1 gatherings, fly-ins, and vintage-aircraft activity, and the on-site café is a local hangout when open.
🚖 Getting There
Flabob Airport is easiest to reach by car; use a navigation app to Mennes Avenue in the Riverside/Jurupa Valley area, with access from I-215 or CA-60. Rideshare and taxis can drop off at the airport, but public transit is limited and not ideal for direct access. If you are flying in, arrange ground transportation in advance, as there is no commercial terminal or rental-car desk on site.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Flabob Airport?
A: Flabob Airport uses IATA code RIR, ICAO code KRIR, and FAA LID RIR.
Q: Does Flabob Airport have commercial airline service?
A: No. It is a small general-aviation airport with no scheduled passenger flights; it serves private, training, and recreational aircraft.
Q: What runway facilities does Flabob Airport have?
A: It has one paved runway, 06/24, approximately 3,200 feet long, plus taxiways and parking/tiedown space for light aircraft.
Q: Is Flabob Airport open to the public?
A: The airport is generally accessible to visitors, but ramp and hangar access may be restricted. Check with the airport or on-site businesses before planning a visit.
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