The Aviator Sports and Events Center at Floyd Bennett Field will close its indoor facility on April 14 due to contract expiration with the National Park Service. This facility has been a crucial recreational hub for Brooklyn and Queens youth, providing various programs since 2008. Despite the closure, efforts are ongoing to maintain outdoor activities, such as golf and field rentals, through fall 2025, reflecting the community's reliance on these services. Local residents have voiced their opposition to the closure through protests, indicating strong support for the facility's programs.
The indoor facility at Floyd Bennett Field's Aviator Sports and Events Center will close on April 14 due to the expiration of its contract with the National Park Service.
Aviator's leadership expressed regret over the closure, emphasizing the center's history of navigating significant challenges including economic downturns and the pandemic.
Despite the indoor facility's closure, local management is working with the National Park Service to maintain outdoor activities until fall 2025.
Community members held protests days prior to the closure announcement, demonstrating strong local support for preserving the indoor recreational programs.
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