Aviation Operations
General Aviation & Pilot Resources
Operational guidelines, mountain flying considerations, FBO services, and noise abatement rules for pilots operating at Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE).
Atlantic Aviation FBO Ramp & Runway 15/33 Approach
Atlantic Aviation ASE
Full-service FBO providing Jet-A (with Sustainable Aviation Fuel SAF blend options), 100LL, heated hangar storage, eGSE ground power, Type I/IV deicing, and crew lounge. Unicom 122.95 · Phone: 970-920-2016.
10:30 PM – 7:00 AM Curfew
Strict voluntary curfew. No engine starts or departures allowed between 2230L and 0700L. Emergency medical evacuations exempt. Violations logged and reported to Pitkin County Commissioners.
7,838 ft Elevation
Runway 15/33 (7,006 ft x 100 ft asphalt). High density altitude operations in summer require precise gross weight and climb gradient calculations over mountain terrain.
FAA Instrument Approaches & Special Procedures
LOC DME-E & RNAV (RNP) Approaches
ASE features steep 3.5-degree to 4.3-degree glidepaths due to surrounding 14,000 ft mountain peaks. Special Aircrew & Aircraft Authorization (SAAAR/AR) required for RNP Z 15 approach.
Sardy Departure & Noise Abatement
All departing turbine aircraft must follow Sardy Departure procedures, maintaining maximum climb performance to diminish noise over West Aspen residential areas.