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==Regular Traffic== | ==Regular Traffic== | ||
Since it is a GA exclusive airport, you can expect to see Cessnas and Pipers of all sizes. the largest the airport regularly receives is a Global Express. A Key Lime SW4 Metroliner from Grand Junction arrives around 9:30 AM and departs around 5:30 PM. | Since it is a GA exclusive airport, you can expect to see Cessnas and Pipers of all sizes. the largest the airport regularly receives is a Global Express. A Key Lime SW4 Metroliner from Grand Junction arrives around 9:30 AM and departs around 5:30 PM, Monday-Saturday except on holidays. The United States Forest Service maintains a tanker base at the airport. During the summer fire season, there is a good chance of spotting anything from Air Tractors to MD80's, DC9's and Avro Jets. P2s are common this time of year as well. The National Center for Atmospheric Research bases a C130 at the airport that flies in and out periodically. | ||
==Facilities and Transportation== | ==Facilities and Transportation== | ||