Eagle County / Vail's long 9,000-foot runway accommodates the Cessna Citation Latitude; with no wingspan or weight limit here, the binding factor is density altitude at 6,548 feet, so plan on payload or fuel trims on warm days. Eagle County / Vail is the standard wide-jet alternative to nearby Aspen (no wingspan limit). Final performance is calculated by the operating crew for the specific date, weather, and load.
Eagle County / Vail at a Glance
| Eagle County / Vail (KEGE/EGE) | Detail |
|---|---|
| Runway length | 9,000 ft |
| Field elevation | 6,548 ft |
| Key limit | 9,000 ft runway · 6,548 ft elevation · density-altitude weight limits |
How the Cessna Citation Latitude Measures Up
| Cessna Citation Latitude | Spec |
|---|---|
| Class | midsize jet |
| Wingspan | ~72.3 ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 30,800 lb (~14 t) |
In short, the Cessna Citation Latitude fits Eagle County / Vail'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 Eagle County / Vail airport guide, or the Cessna Citation Latitude specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Eagle County / Vail's long 9,000-foot runway accommodates the Cessna Citation Latitude; with no wingspan or weight limit here, the binding factor is density altitude at 6,548 feet, so plan on payload or fuel trims on warm days. Eagle County / Vail is the standard wide-jet alternative to nearby Aspen (no wingspan limit). Final performance is calculated by the operating crew for the specific date, weather, and load.
Eagle County Regional Airport (KEGE/EGE): 9,000 ft runway · 6,548 ft elevation · density-altitude weight limits. Final dispatch performance is always calculated by the operating crew for the specific flight.
Eagle County / Vail's 9,000-foot runway is long enough for virtually any business jet, but at 6,548 feet the thin air reduces performance, so heavier jets often carry reduced fuel or payload, especially on warm days.
Eagle County / Vail 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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