In the 1990s, public-use airports were closing at an average rate of two per week. Over the past 10 years, thanks to the efforts of the AOPA Airport Support Network, AOPA member volunteers at almost 2,000 airports across the country have played an integral role in helping AOPA slow that trend. For more information on how you can help support your airport, visit AOPA Online. A Media Relations California: Earlier this year, a deadly midair collision placed Corona Municipal Airport (AJO) in Southern California under the media's harsh spotlight, fueling public outcry against the airport's current non-towered operations, with some calling for the airport's closure. Having dealt with the media several years ago when flooding and mudslides devastated Corona and surrounding cities, leaving many airports under water, ASN Volunteer Woodrow Anselen dusted off his media relations skills.
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