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Gillespie Field (SEE/KSEE) is a county-owned public airport in El Cajon, about 15 miles east of downtown San Diego. Established in the early 1940s and named for Marine aviator Harold C. Gillespie, it serves general aviation, flight training, and business traffic as a reliever to San Diego International. It is home to flight schools, maintenance providers, and the San Diego Air & Space Museum's restoration annex.
💡 Local Tip
Weekend mornings are busy with student pilots, so monitor ATIS early and expect extended traffic patterns; also check with multiple on-field FBOs for fuel prices, as they can vary.
🚖 Getting There
By car, take I-8 East to CA-67 or Main Street/Greenfield Drive and follow signs to Joe Crosson Drive. The MTS Green Line trolley stops at Gillespie Field station, a short walk or rideshare ride from the terminal and FBOs. Rideshare, taxi, and rental car options are available, but confirm after-hours access with your FBO.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Gillespie Field?
A: IATA: SEE; ICAO: KSEE; FAA LID: SEE.
Q: Is Gillespie Field a commercial airport?
A: No. It is a general aviation reliever airport with no scheduled airline service; it primarily handles private, business, flight-training, and emergency aircraft.
Q: What facilities and services are available?
A: The field offers fuel, tiedowns, hangars, flight instruction, aircraft maintenance, avionics, and a staffed control tower. Several FBOs and flight schools operate on-site.
Q: How far is Gillespie Field from downtown San Diego?
A: It is roughly 15–20 miles east of downtown San Diego, typically a 20–30 minute drive depending on traffic.
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