1948 – A LEGACY CONTINUES
After the war, ownership of the property was transferred from the United States to the Town of Boca Raton for public airport purposes. The Boca Raton Airport (BCT) was then formally established, continuing the BRAAF’s [...]
1942 – BECOMING PART OF U.S. HISTORY
As the United States enters World War II, the airport is transformed into the Boca Raton Army Airfield (BRAAF). It will go on to play a crucial role in the war effort, as the exclusive [...]
1936 – BOCA RATON’S FIRST AIRPORT TAKES FLIGHT
A grass strip airport is established in what is now the southeastern portion of Florida Atlantic University's campus, linking the community to the nation via aviation.
2000 – THE AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER OPENS
The Air Traffic Control Tower is constructed to enhance safety and improve noise abatement. Present:Today, the tower has played a crucial role in handling over one million operations and significantly contributing to the Airport’s success [...]