Authorized on 1 January 1942, three 5,500 foot runways were built, at a cost to the Army of more than $16,000,000.

The city has an airport with a 5,000 foot runway for general aviation.

Its 8,800 foot runway was the nation's longest at that time.

The pioneer typically lands on a 3,000 foot runway, and can take off in about 1,200 feet, without using the rocket assist.

It utilizes a single 3,100 x 60 foot runway designated as 15/33.

This 3,600 foot runway was rarely used and insufficient in length for commercial aircraft.

The 5,000 foot runway was completed in 1943.

It had a 9,700 foot runway, a parking ramp and a few support structures.

The plane took off from a new 10,000 foot runway near the American Airlines terminal.

It also features a small airport with a 5200 foot runway.