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<\/a><\/p>\nThe concept of having the aviation market being the primary focus of our efforts ultimately would include upgrading the airport and having exclusive events for pilots. Gradually the concept developed until today we now have a first class jet capable airport (thanks to the help of the Mexican government rating includes Falcon 20 & Lear 45), a fully fenced airport and extended runway (thanks to the local Alamos pilots who donated funds for land acquisition and more than a mile of chain link fence), a twelve aircraft capacity hangar all in a Spanish Colonial motif. \u00a0There is paved ramp parking which as of 2025 is\u00a0 $400 Pesos a night. \u00a0No night operations or fuel is available, however at CEN (52nm) both Jet A and 100LL 52.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n The catalyst of the \u2018Club\u2019, and it\u2019s positive effect of increased tourism for the village, further prompted the local government to beautify the airport entrance with landscaping and a fountain, as well as the construction of a tower for Unicom service.\u00a0 \u00a0The ‘new’ Alamos Police Department is adjacent to the airport and as well from a security standpoint, the tower building is occupied 24\/7 and the military visits the airport during random hours to make spot checks. The use of the\u00a0local airport has enhanced the exposure of the village to a greater number of people within the Republic, including TV and movie celebrities, filming companies and Mexicans from throughout the country.\u00a0 In 2008, Alamos and Hacienda de los Santos\u00ae<\/sup>, were chosen as the site for the National Governor\u2019s Conference, of course, with every Governor arriving at the Alamos Airport.\u00a0 We learned at that event the capacity of the two paved ramps at 65 aircraft. In 2010, the AFAC (Mexico’s FAA) changed the rating for the runway from a King Air 200 to include the Falcon 20 and Lear 45.<\/p>\n .<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The requirements for pilot membership were conceived with levity. Only three actions are required of each pilot: (a<\/strong>.) \u00a0The PIC must be able to navigate to Alamos, Sonora, Mexico ( b.) <\/strong>\u00a0The PIC must make a safe landing on either Runway \u201831\u2019 or \u201813\u2019.(c.)<\/strong> The PIC, and passenger(s) must stay at the AAA Four Diamond rated Hacienda de los Santos\u00ae<\/sup> Resort & Spa.<\/p>\n .<\/p>\n After meeting these requirements, the PIC (Sorry, Co-pilots do not qualify<\/em><\/strong>) will become a lifetime member in \u2018Club Pilotos de Mexico\u2019. Annual dues are less than one Peso, however annual pilgrimages, by air, are expected by the staff of Hacienda de los Santos\u00ae<\/sup>.<\/p>\n .<\/p>\n As of 2025, more than 900 pilots have been given the complimentary \u2018Capitan\u2019 cap, (pronounced Ca-Chu-Cha) in Spanish, as well as special pricing for aviation events and regular visits. All \u2018Piloto\u2019 members will receive complimentary parking in the Hacienda hangar (singles & light twins only, on a space available basis) and complimentary ground transportation to and from the resort (advanced notification is required).\u00a0 Hangar door height is an issue for most jets and Cessna 208’s.<\/p>\n .<\/p>\n Urique Canyon View<\/p><\/div>\n <\/p>\n Countless pilots have contacted Jim for their first flight into Mexican airspace all arriving at XALA\u00a0 with wide smiles on their faces. After reading the information on this web site he encourages you to contact him by email (sorry no phone calls)<\/em> at\u00a0\u00a0jnswick@aol.com<\/a> , if you have any questions. Historic Hotels Worldwide,<\/strong> ‘Winner of the Americas’, South America, Central America, Mexico & Canada. Also in 2022, ‘Most Magnificent Art Collections of 25 Hotels of the World’<\/p>\n AAA Four Diamond Award more than 23 Consecutive Years!<\/p>\n .<\/p>\n <\/p>\n As you will discover, Hacienda de los Santos\u00ae<\/sup> is much more than a hotel, it is an experience.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n .<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a>
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\nFor details about the award-winning Hacienda de los Santos Resort & Spa, visit www.haciendadelossantos.com. In 2022 alone, the resort was awarded:
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\nU.S. News & World Reports, “Best Hotel in Northern Mexico” & “Best Resort”\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Trip Advisor, “Top 25 Hotels in Mexico” (#3), “Top Small Hotel in Mexico” (#1)
\nConde Nast Traveler, ‘Winner in Mexico’ (Top 25 Hotels)<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n