Gunnison-Crested Butte's long 9,400-foot runway accommodates the Bombardier Global 7500; with no wingspan or weight limit here, the binding factor is density altitude at 7,680 feet, so plan on payload or fuel trims on warm days. Gunnison-Crested Butte is one of the highest jet-served fields in the US. Final performance is calculated by the operating crew for the specific date, weather, and load.
Gunnison-Crested Butte at a Glance
| Gunnison-Crested Butte (KGUC/GUC) | Detail |
|---|---|
| Runway length | 9,400 ft |
| Field elevation | 7,680 ft |
| Key limit | 9,400 ft runway · 7,680 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 Gunnison-Crested Butte'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 Gunnison-Crested Butte airport guide, or the Bombardier Global 7500 specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Gunnison-Crested Butte's long 9,400-foot runway accommodates the Bombardier Global 7500; with no wingspan or weight limit here, the binding factor is density altitude at 7,680 feet, so plan on payload or fuel trims on warm days. Gunnison-Crested Butte is one of the highest jet-served fields in the US. Final performance is calculated by the operating crew for the specific date, weather, and load.
Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport (KGUC/GUC): 9,400 ft runway · 7,680 ft elevation · density-altitude weight limits. Final dispatch performance is always calculated by the operating crew for the specific flight.
Gunnison-Crested Butte's 9,400-foot runway is long enough for virtually any business jet, but at 7,680 feet the thin air reduces performance, so heavier jets often carry reduced fuel or payload, especially on warm days.
Gunnison-Crested Butte 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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