ASE Airport (Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field)) – Cargo, Address, Transit

About This Airport

Elevation, not demand, is the binding constraint at Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (ASE/KASE): at 7,820 feet (2,384 m) it is one of the highest scheduled-service airports in the United States, and it handles passengers and business aviation rather than freight. Maximum landing weight is capped at 100,000 lb for dual-wheel and 160,000 lb for dual-tandem gear, a wingspan limit applies, and the field is closed from 23:00 to 07:00 local time. There is no freighter operation, no dedicated air cargo terminal and no international passenger or customs processing on site; anything moving by air arrives as belly cargo on regional jets or as courier and express traffic. March 2025 saw more than 100,000 passengers, up about 9% year on year, almost entirely ski-season demand. Shippers serving Aspen normally route through Denver International (DEN, roughly 350 km by road) or Grand Junction Regional (GJT, about 130 miles and 2.5 hours' drive), with Eagle County Regional (EGE) as the closer diversion field. One date to plan around: the 2025-2029 modernisation programme foresees a full airport closure from April to November 2027 for complete runway reconstruction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code of Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field)?▼

The IATA code of Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) is ASE. This three-letter code is used for unique airport identification in international air transport.

Where is Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) located?▼

Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) is located in Aspen, US.

What is the ICAO code of Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field)?▼

The ICAO code of Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) is KASE. This four-letter code is used internationally in aviation.

What is the elevation of Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field)?▼

Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) is at an elevation of 2384 meters (7820 ft) above sea level.

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