Welcome to the Wet Mountain Valley
Welcome to the SilverWest Airport and the Gateway to the Rockies! The SilverWest Airport, located near Westcliffe, Colorado offers access to one of the most beautiful areas in the U.S. As the fifth highest paved runway in North America, it presents a unique opportunity to access this area by air in your aircraft.
The airport, FAA identifier C08, is the easiest and safest way to access the Rocky Mountains by air. Located 9 miles southeast of Westcliffe. The airfield sits at an elevation of 8,290 feet MSL and is just under 7,000′ long by 55′ wide. The runway was recently resurfaced, and runway markings repainted. A recent addition includes an 8′ high wildlife fencing project around the perimeter of the airfield. There is abundant wildlife in the area, and you should be on the lookout for mule deer, antelope, elk and coyotes. There is no airfield lighting. Currently there are no instrument approaches servicing the airport.
C08 has 100LL self-serve fuel available as well as Jet A. There are no ramp fees or tie down fees. The airfield and ramp can accommodate general aviation aircraft and corporate jets up to the size and weight of a Falcon 900.
The airfield has an AWOS broadcast on 119.275 (accessible by phone on (719-783-3544). Additionally, the airfield sky conditions can be surveyed in real time via the state-of-the-art FAA Weather Cam system (weathercams.faa.gov). In the search field, type in SilverWest Airport, CO (C08) and you will be able to see real time sky conditions in four different quadrants.
Aircraft Maintenance (A&P/IA) is available on the field. Contact SilverWest Air, LLC on 719-792-2452. In addition to aircraft services, Silver West Air will offer a mountain flying course soon.
Currently, SilverWest has two aircrew courtesy cars available free of charge. These cars are meant to be used to drive into town to visit and support the small businesses in Westcliffe and nearby Silver Cliff. There are many shops, art galleries, eateries and hotels that are not to be missed. Stay overnight and take advantage of stargazing as Westcliffe/Silver Cliff was designated as the first Dark Sky Community in Colorado. There is an observatory on the bluffs at the west end of town.
Be sure to check out our annual SilverWest AirFest held annually in the month of August. The AirFest is a fly-in, world famous free pancake breakfast, live music, craft vendors and food served all day.
Should you have questions about anything airfield or flying operations related, please contact our airfield manager, Mr. Clyde Butler at (719) 783-2695 or (719) 792-2452. Mr. Butler is a highly experienced aviator as well as an A&P/IA and is happy to assist you.
Come experience one of the best kept secrets in the US by flying into the Wet Mountain Valley in Colorado.