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Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) – Vail/Eagle, Colorado’s Mountain Gateway

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Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) – Gypsum, Colorado, USA

Your comprehensive guide to Eagle County Regional Airport (IATA: EGE, ICAO: KEGE), serving Vail, Beaver Creek, and the Roaring Fork Valley region.

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Eagle County Regional Airport is located 5 miles northeast of Gypsum, along Highway 6, at 6,547 feet elevation.

The single-story terminal at EGE serves both commercial and general aviation traffic. Amenities include:

Check-in counters for United Express (to Denver) and American Eagle (to Dallas/Fort Worth).
Shared baggage claim area with one carousel adjacent to the arrivals door.
Information Desk and Lost & Found near the arrivals exit.
Free Wi-Fi and charging stations throughout the terminal.
Restrooms, family restrooms, and nursing facilities adjacent to the lobby.
Coffee kiosk (Java + Joe’s) and vending machines offering snacks and beverages.

Gate 1: United Express flights to Denver.
Gate 2: United Express flights to Denver during peak ski season.
Gate 3: American Eagle flights to Dallas/Fort Worth (seasonal).
Gate 4: Additional seasonal/charter flights to major hubs and ski destinations.
Seating area with direct ramp views and flight information displays.
Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, and restrooms located near the gates.
Pet Relief Areas: Indoor pet relief station near security exit and outdoor relief adjacent to gate area.

Air Eagle FBO: Full-service fuel (Jet A, Avgas), hangar rentals, tie-downs, maintenance, and pilot lounge with weather briefing station.
Mountain Aviation: Charter services, scenic flights, ski-plane operations, and maintenance support.
Fuel Services: 24/7 self-serve fueling via credit card; FBO staff available during business hours for full-service fueling.
Pilot Facilities: Pilot lounge with flight planning desk, rest area, and kitchen amenities.
Maintenance & Repair: On-field line maintenance and avionics support through Air Eagle FBO.

Runway 8/26: 8,001 ft × 100 ft, asphalt/concrete – primary runway supporting regional jets, turboprops, and general aviation at high altitude.
Runway 15/33: 6,600 ft × 75 ft, asphalt – crosswind runway for general aviation and smaller commuter aircraft.
Lighting & Navigation Aids:
- Runway 8/26: ILS, PAPI, MALSR approach lighting, and medium-intensity runway lights.
- Runway 15/33: PAPI on both ends and RNAV (GPS) approach procedures.
- AWOS-3 weather station providing automated weather observations 24/7.
Cargo Operations: Ramp area supporting seasonal ski-carrier charters and occasional freight shipments; coordinate with Air Eagle FBO.
Snow Removal: Dedicated snowplows, sweepers, and deicing equipment keep runways operational in winter; contact Airport Operations for current runway status.
Noise Abatement: Standard departure and arrival procedures to minimize noise over Vail, Beaver Creek, and surrounding communities; preferential runway use based on wind conditions.

Eagle County Bus (ECO Transit): Route 20 connects EGE to Gypsum, Eagle-Vail, Vail Village, and Avon—check schedules at ecobus.com.
Shuttle Services:
- Vail Valley Flyer provides fixed-route service to Vail, Beaver Creek, and Avon—reserve in advance during ski season.
- Hotel courtesy shuttles run between EGE and resort lodges—arrange with your accommodation directly.
Taxi & Rideshare: Taxi stand curbside outside the terminal entrance. Rideshare (Uber, Lyft) pickup/drop-off at designated zone on the curb.
Rental Cars: On-site counters for Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Alamo inside the terminal; vehicles parked in the adjacent rental lot.
Parking:
- Short-Term Parking: Surface lot adjacent to terminal curb for quick drop-off/pick-up (first 30 minutes free).
- Long-Term Parking: Surface lot a short walk from the terminal; no shuttle required.
- Oversized Vehicle Parking: Designated spaces near the north end of the long-term lot for RVs and larger vehicles.
- Cell Phone Waiting Lot: Free waiting area on Airport Road—monitor flight status and pick up passengers curbside when ready.
Private Car & Limousine: Prearranged pickups curbside outside the terminal—follow signage for limo zones.
Bike & Pedestrian Access: Bike racks available near the terminal entrance; sidewalks and pathways connect to Airport Road and local trails.

Eagle County Regional Airport is owned and operated by Eagle County.