Desert Rows

Situated in the northwestern corner of Arizona beside the iconic Route 66, Kingman has made a major contribution to civil and military aviation for more than 90 years, often reinventing itself to remain important and vibrant. David Ransted examines this historic airfield.

More than 80 former Delta Connection CRJ200s, now withdrawn from use and some minus their engines, are lined up at Kingman.

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