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“This is truly a bucket list airport to fly in and out of,” said Johnson. “It is one of the best mountain airport towns on the planet. And with the town being difficult to reach by car, flying simply makes sense.”
Situated on a cliff, making it “similar to landing on an aircraft carrier,” the airport is a challenging yet rewarding one to land. Acclaimed the highest com- mercial airport in the United States at 9,070 feet above sea level, it is likely that many pilots have heard others’ stories about landing at TEX.
The single runway, 9/27, offers in- strument approach procedures and stretches 7,111 feet by 100 feet. While twin and turbine aircraft can operate in and out of the airport, the elevation and surrounding terrain add complex- ity to the landing operations, includ- ing turbulence due to the proximity of nearby mountains.
But first-timers can find numerous sources (ex. www.tellurideairport.com) and videos online describing the ar- rival in detail and steps to take for safe mountain flying. These sources are a beneficial tool for operators preparing to fly into what is regarded by many as one of America’s most beautiful air- ports and enjoyable small towns.
Rocky Mountain Propellers
Grant Boyd is a recent MBA grad- uate of Wichita State University. A private pilot, Boyd is currently working toward his instrument rating, with the ultimate goal of combining his love of business and aviation with a career at a general aviation manufacturer. You can contact Grant at grantboyd2015@ gmail.com.
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