The San Diego County Regional Airport Authority was created on January 1, 2003, as an independent agency to manage the day-to-day operations of San Diego International Airport (SAN) and address the region’s long-term air transportation needs. Previously known as Lindbergh Field, the airport's name was officially changed to San Diego International Airport in 2003 to better reflect the global mission of SAN as an international driver for business and tourism. We will plan for and provide air transportation services to the region with safe, effective facilities that exceed our customer's expectations. We are committed to operating San Diego's air transportation gateways in a manner that promotes the region's prosperity and protects its quality of life.