A former United States Coast Guard facility in Miami that operated alongside the International Pan American Airport, representing mid-20th-century American aviation infrastructure.
At a glance
Coast Guard Air Station Dinner Key was a military aviation facility in the Dinner Key area of Miami. Built adjacent to the International Pan American Airport, it served as a Coast Guard operational base in South Florida.
History
The air station was established as part of the United States Coast Guard’s network of facilities. Its location next to the International Pan American Airport reflected the strategic importance of Miami’s role in regional aviation during the mid-20th century.
What you see
The site was built as a functional military installation designed to support Coast Guard aviation operations. Specific architectural details and structures remain undocumented in available sources.
Cultural significance
The air station represents an important chapter in Miami’s aviation history and the Coast Guard’s operational presence in South Florida. Its proximity to the pan-American airport underscores the region’s significance as a hub for hemispheric travel and commerce.
Key facts
- Country: United States
- City: Miami, Florida
- Coordinates: 25.73°N, 80.23°W
- Status: Former Coast Guard facility
Practical information & getting there
The site is located in the Dinner Key area of Miami. As a former military facility, access may be limited. Visit the Wikipedia article for further research and historical context.
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