Centennial Airport (APA) is one of the nation’s busiest general aviation airports. Due to the number of operations and the complex mix of aircraft types that utilize the airport, the ATC Tower has adopted certain special practices and procedures that help increase safety and reduce delays. The ATC Tower is open 24/7.
Airport Operations (24/7)
303-877-7307
Coordinates
N39° 34.21’ W104° 50.96’
Field Elevation
5885’
Airport Frequencies
DEN Approach/Departure 132.75
ATIS
Phone: 303-799-6722 120.3
FSS
Phone: 800-428-7652 122.2
ILS/DME 111.3
Clearance 128.6
Ground 121.8
Tower 118.9
Runway Dimensions
RWY 17L/35R 10,001’ x 100’
RWY 17R/35L 7,001’ x 77’
RWY 10/28 4,800’ x 75’
Hot Spots
A hot spot is defined as a location on an airport movement area with the potential risk of collision or runway incursion, and where heightened attention by pilots and drivers is necessary.
Centennial Airport has designated run-up areas located at the north (A1), south (A16), midfield (A8), A14 compass rose, A18, and C5. Maintenance run-ups requiring personnel to exit the aircraft should be conducted at the C5 and A14 run-up areas. In all instances, please use a designated run-up area to help prevent debris and engine blast damage to other aircraft.
To access a high-res map of run-up areas at Centennial Airport, click here.
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to read our General Aviation Operating Procedures. Should you have any questions or concerns, please call the FAA tower office at 720-873-2770.