Monterey Peninsula Airport is a quaint little airport tucked into the Monterey Peninsula. Flights to this area used to use the polo field of the Hotel Del Monte which is currently on the Naval Post Graduate School. The Monterey Regional Airport started in 1941 when the land was acquired. In 1943, during World War II the U.S. Navy leased the land to use for the Navel Auxiliary Air Station Monterey. The Navy remained at the airport until 1972. Residents close to the airport can still hear military aircraft that use the airport periodically.
To qualify for this cache you need to find the information on 2 plaques near the doors of the airport. You do not need to pass through security and there is free parking in the front lot if you leave in 29 or less minutes.
1. Who was the first Chairman of the Board of Directors when the airport was started? This is at the posted coordinates at the door closest to the baggage claim area.
2. What was the age of the oldest Bomber Crew who was lost in the Monterey Bay during World War II? This is at the door closest to the stairs at the additional waypoint.
Extra Credit: 3. Approximately how many people do you see standing in line at security when you are there?
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