ASPEN, CO – (6/6/24) – The Aspen/Pitkin County Airport is pleased to announce the runway will reopen at 7a.m. (0700) tomorrow, Friday, June 7th. The pavement has been repaired following an early morning fire that occurred earlier this week. The incident, caused by a runway sign that caught fire, resulted in damage to a 20’ by 20’ section of the runway. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
The runway closure began at 11:00 am Wednesday for inbound flights and outbound flights were allowed to depart until 5:00 pm that same day to ensure the safety of all aircraft operations. Throughout the closure, the affected section of the runway was closely monitored to assess and manage the damage.
"ASE would like to extend its gratitude to the Eagle County Airport for quickly providing FAA-approved materials, to contracting engineering firm Kimley Horn for their consistent assessment and commitment to ensuring the safety of the runway, and to the Pitkin County Public Works Department for their invaluable assistance with the repairs. Their collaborative efforts were crucial in expediting the repair process and reopening the runway. We would also like to thank the traveling public for their patience and understanding during this unexpected closure," said Airport Director Dan Bartholomew.
The airlines have been notified and travelers are advised to check with their carriers for the most up-to-date information regarding their flight schedules. We appreciate the patience and understanding of all passengers, pilots, community, and airport personnel during this period.
The Aspen/Pitkin County Airport remains committed to the safety and service of our community and visitors. For media inquiries, please contact: Dan Bartholomew, 970-975-3162 or dan.bartholomew@aspenairport.com