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.