Gunnison–Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC) – Gunnison, Colorado, USA

Your comprehensive guide to Gunnison–Crested Butte Regional Airport (IATA: GUC, ICAO: KGUC), serving Gunnison, Crested Butte, and the San Juan Mountains region.

🏢 Terminal Information & Services

The single-level terminal at GUC serves both commercial and general aviation. Amenities include:

Check-In & Lobby

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

Gate Area (Gates 1–3)

• Gate 1: United Express flights to Denver.
• Gate 2: Seasonal American Eagle flights to Dallas/Fort Worth.
• Gate 3: Reserved for charter and seasonal ski-area shuttles.
• Seating area with ramp views and flight information displays.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, and restrooms near each gate.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor pet relief station near security exit and outdoor relief adjacent to the terminal’s east side.

General Aviation & Charter Services

• San Luis Valley Jet Center: Full-service FBO offering Jet A and Avgas, hangar rentals, tie-downs, maintenance, and pilot lounge with flight planning station.
• High Country Aviation: Charter, air tour services, and mountain flying expertise for ski-plane operations.
• Fuel Services: 24/7 self-serve fueling via credit card; full-service fueling available through FBO operators during business hours.
• Pilot Facilities: Pilot lounge, weather briefing desks, and rest areas located within FBO facilities.
• Maintenance & Repair: On-field line maintenance, avionics, and light airframe services available through San Luis Valley Jet Center.

✈️ Runways & Aircraft Operations

• Runway 17/35: 7,024 ft × 75 ft, asphalt – primary runway supporting regional turboprops and general aviation at high altitude (7,703 ft MSL). Equipped with PAPI, RNAV (GPS), and medium-intensity runway lights.
• Runway 12/30: 2,997 ft × 60 ft, asphalt – crosswind runway primarily used by smaller general aviation aircraft; RNAV (GPS) approach available.
• Altitude & Weather Considerations: High-elevation operations require monitoring density altitude and mountain weather; AWOS-3 weather station provides continuous automated updates.
• Cargo & Ski Freight: Ramp area supports seasonal ski operator charters and small freight shipments; coordinate with FBO for ground handling.
• Snow Removal: Dedicated plows and deicing equipment keep runways operational in winter; contact Airport Operations for current runway status and NOTAMs.
• Noise Abatement: Published departure and arrival procedures minimize noise over Gunnison Valley; preferential runway use based on wind direction.

🚗 Ground Transportation

• Gunnison Valley Regional Transit (GVRT): Route 10 provides seasonal service between GUC and Crested Butte—check schedules at gunnisoncounty.org/GVRT.
• Shuttle Services:
  • Crested Butte Shuttle offers round-trip service between GUC and Crested Butte resorts—reserve in advance.
  • Wild West Express and Alpine Express provide transfers to Telluride and mountain lodges—reserve in advance.
• Taxi & Rideshare: Taxi stand curbside outside the terminal. Rideshare (Uber, Lyft) pickups at designated zone near the terminal entrance.
• Rental Cars: On-site rental car counters for Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Alamo inside baggage claim area; vehicles parked in adjacent lot.
• Parking:
  • Short-Term Parking: Surface lot directly adjacent to the terminal curb for drop-off/pick-up (first 30 minutes free).
  • Long-Term Parking: Designated surface lot a short 2-minute walk from the terminal; no shuttle required.
  • Oversized/RV Parking: Designated spaces available near the north end of the long-term lot.
  • Cell Phone Waiting Lot: Free waiting area on Flightline Drive—monitor flight status and pick up passengers at the terminal curb 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 connect to Flightline Drive and Gunnison Trail System.

📞 Contact & Official Information

Gunnison–Crested Butte Regional Airport is owned and operated by the City of Gunnison and Gunnison County.

• Official Site: gunnisonairport.com
• Phone (General Information): +1 970-641-7909
• Airport Administration: +1 970-641-7909 (Ext. 1)
• FBO – San Luis Valley Jet Center: +1 970-641-2296
• FBO – High Country Aviation: +1 970-641-2112
• Lost & Found: +1 970-641-7909 (Ext. 2)
• Address: 1002 Flightline Drive, Gunnison, CO 81230, USA