Hinojosa del Duque Airfield

The primary reason for the closure was economic and organizational. The airfield was a small, private field for ultralight (ULM) and recreational aircraft, likely operated by a local flying club ('Club de Vuelo'). Such clubs often cease operations due to declining membership, lack of funding, rising maintenance costs, or failure to meet evolving regulatory standards set by Spain's aviation authority (AESA). There is no evidence of a major accident, military conversion, or land sale that forced the closure.

As of the latest satellite imagery, the physical infrastructure of the airfield remains largely intact. The unpaved dirt/gravel runway is still clearly visible, as is a small building that likely served as a hangar or clubhouse. However, the site is unmaintained and considered abandoned for aviation purposes. The land has not been repurposed for agriculture or industrial use and remains a recognizable, albeit derelict, airstrip on private property.

The airfield's significance was purely local. It was never a commercial or military airport. Its primary function was to serve the general aviation and recreational flying community in the Los Pedroches valley region of Córdoba. Operations consisted of ultralight aircraft and possibly some light sport aircraft for training, private flights, and leisure activities. It provided a base for local aviation enthusiasts but had no wider strategic or economic importance.

There are currently no known or publicly announced plans to reopen or reactivate the Hinojosa del Duque Airfield. A reopening would require a significant investment from a new private owner or the formation of a new flying club. The process would involve substantial work to bring the runway and facilities up to current safety and regulatory standards, followed by a complex re-certification process with AESA. Given the lack of any reported initiatives, the prospects for reopening are considered very low.