Pajaro Loco Airfield

The closure appears to be the result of a private decision by the owner. There is no evidence to suggest it was due to a specific accident, military conversion, or regulatory action. Small, privately-owned airfields (aviosuperfici) in Italy often close due to economic factors, such as rising operational costs, insurance, liability concerns, or the owner's retirement or decision to sell/repurpose the land. The closure of Pajaro Loco aligns with this common pattern.

The airfield is permanently closed and non-operational. Recent satellite imagery shows the grass runway is no longer maintained and is slowly being reclaimed by vegetation. The hangars and a small clubhouse-like building remain on site, but there are no aircraft present. The land has reverted to private use and is inaccessible for aviation purposes. The visible runway is now essentially a large, unkempt field.

Pajaro Loco Airfield was not an airport of major national or commercial significance. Its importance was local, serving as a key hub for general and recreational aviation in the province of Pordenone. Designated as an 'Aviosuperficie', it primarily catered to ultralight (ULM/VDS in Italian) aircraft, light sport aircraft, and some general aviation traffic. For over two decades, it was home to a vibrant community of private pilots and enthusiasts, likely hosting a flying club. The name 'Pajaro Loco' (Spanish for 'Crazy Bird') reflects the recreational and informal spirit of the facility. Operations consisted of pilot training, leisure flights, and social events for the local aviation community.

There are no known plans or public discussions regarding the reopening of Pajaro Loco Airfield. As a privately-owned facility closed by its owner, any prospect of reopening would depend entirely on a new owner purchasing the land with the specific intent of re-certifying and re-establishing it as an airfield. Given the significant financial and regulatory hurdles involved, the prospects for reopening are considered extremely low to non-existent.