Durango's long 9,201-foot runway accommodates the Bombardier Global 7500; with no wingspan or weight limit here, the binding factor is density altitude at 6,685 feet, so plan on payload or fuel trims on warm days. Durango is a long high-altitude runway in southwest Colorado. Final performance is calculated by the operating crew for the specific date, weather, and load.
Durango at a Glance
| Durango (KDRO/DRO) | Detail |
|---|---|
| Runway length | 9,201 ft |
| Field elevation | 6,685 ft |
| Key limit | 9,201 ft runway · 6,685 ft elevation · density-altitude weight limits |
How the Bombardier Global 7500 Measures Up
| Bombardier Global 7500 | Spec |
|---|---|
| Class | ultra-long-range jet |
| Wingspan | ~104 ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 114,850 lb (~52 t) |
In short, the Bombardier Global 7500 fits Durango's requirements. As always, the operating crew calculates final performance for the specific date, weather, and load.
Comparing options? See the Aircraft Capability hub, the Durango airport guide, or the Bombardier Global 7500 specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Durango's long 9,201-foot runway accommodates the Bombardier Global 7500; with no wingspan or weight limit here, the binding factor is density altitude at 6,685 feet, so plan on payload or fuel trims on warm days. Durango is a long high-altitude runway in southwest Colorado. Final performance is calculated by the operating crew for the specific date, weather, and load.
Durango-La Plata County Airport (KDRO/DRO): 9,201 ft runway · 6,685 ft elevation · density-altitude weight limits. Final dispatch performance is always calculated by the operating crew for the specific flight.
Durango's 9,201-foot runway is long enough for virtually any business jet, but at 6,685 feet the thin air reduces performance, so heavier jets often carry reduced fuel or payload, especially on warm days.
Durango suits aircraft that meet its runway-length and density-altitude limits — see The Jet Finder's Aircraft Capability hub for specific aircraft.
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