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Laguardia Landing Lights

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25 Ave. bet. 78 St. and 79 St.

Queens

Directions: Google Maps | MTA Trip Planner

Acres: 1.52

This text is part of Parks’ Historical Signs Project and can be found posted within the park.

This unconventional park was created in 1958 when the Port Authority surrendered nine parcels of land to the City for park purposes. They are situated in lots that follow the flight path to the airport, stretching from 78th Street and 25th Avenue to the Grand Central Parkway. Their placement is mandated by Federal Aviation Administration regulations, which require a swath of clear land in approaches leading up to airport runways. The park’s landing lights are maintained by the Port Authority, and the land itself can only be used for park purposes, according to an agreement between the Port Authority and the City.

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Directions to Laguardia Landing Lights

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Laguardia Landing Lights Weather

  • Tue
    Cloudy
    45°F
  • Wed
    Slight Chc Rain
    51°F
  • Thu
    Chance Rain
    48°F
  • Fri
    Breezy
    51°F

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