This is a historic article about an airport which no longer exists or has been replaced.
Hugsy Penguin Skyport (ICAO: SL--) was a public skyport floating 269 meters above the 'Suisun' region of central Sansara. The airport was directly adjacent to Elisson Airport.
Landing Advisories
- Free-floating skyport platform at approximately 269m. Best approach from 275m or above.
Background
Sometimes called "Hugsy Penguin II", the last Hugsy Penguin Skyport replaced the original executive-class facility - which prior to its closure was the oldest continuously operating skyport in Second Life.
Hugsy Penguin II was comprised of two multi-levelled floating structures connected by a primary runway on the top level. The northern structure housed an aircraft catapult, with a large airship dock located below. The southern structure contained an aircraft storage/maintenance area, connected to the flight deck via a large freight elevator. Under that was a lounge area with avionics vendors and a pool, accessible via a staircase at southern end of runway.
After a long existence, the facility was confirmed as dismantled on 18th October 2014.
Airlines
At its height, there were no scheduled services operating to or from Hugsy Penguin Skyport, however charter flights may have been available on request.
Facilities
Pilots' facilities
- Public rez zone.
- Airship dock.
- Aircraft catapult.
- Arrestor cable system.
General facilities
- Lounge & recreation area.
- Shops/vendors.
- Skydiving facilities.
Images
.png "Hugsy Penguin II, looking SE (04-14).png (1.78 MB)")
.png "Hugsy Penguin II, looking NE (04-14).png (1.9 MB)")
.png "Hugsy Penguin II, interior pool (April 2014).png (1.88 MB)")
.jpg "Hugsy Penguin I (02-11).jpg (18 KB)")