Santa Fé City Airport

The primary reason for closure was its problematic location. The airport was situated in a low-lying floodplain of the Salado River, making it extremely vulnerable to frequent and severe flooding, which would inundate the runways and facilities, causing operational shutdowns and damage. A new, more reliable airport was needed on higher ground. Secondary factors included the limitations of its infrastructure to handle larger, more modern aircraft and the increasing urban encroachment as the city of Santa Fe expanded westward.

The site is completely decommissioned and has been repurposed for urban development. A major highway, the Avenida de Circunvalación Oeste 'Mar Argentino', now bisects the former airport grounds, running directly over parts of the old runways. The remaining land is occupied by a mix of commercial and industrial facilities, most notably the large 'Mercado de Productores y Abastecedores' (the city's main produce market). While the faint outlines of the former runway configuration are still visible from satellite imagery in undeveloped patches, the area is no longer recognizable as an airport.

This was the original and principal airport for Santa Fe, the capital city of the Santa Fe Province. For several decades in the early to mid-20th century, it was the main hub for all air activity in the region. It handled the first commercial passenger and air mail services connecting Santa Fe with Buenos Aires and other key Argentine cities. The airport was vital for general aviation, flight training, and served as the primary air link for provincial government and business travel, playing a crucial role in the economic and social development of the area before it was replaced.

Zero. There are no plans or prospects for reopening the site as an airport. The land has been irreversibly redeveloped with critical public infrastructure (a major highway) and significant commercial zones. The city of Santa Fe is now served by the modern and fully operational Sauce Viejo Airport (IATA: SFN, ICAO: SAAV), which fulfills all regional aviation needs.