Located in the heart of the southeast metro business district and only 12 miles from downtown Denver, Centennial Airport is one of the nation’s busiest general aviation airports. We provide service to a wide variety of users including, corporate businesses, charter operations, medevac and air ambulance service, military and Department of Defense, flight schools, research and development, cargo, and more. Spanning both Arapahoe and Douglas Counties, more than 125 businesses employing approx. 10,000 individuals rely on Centennial Airport.
We are unique to offer 24/7/365 service to our users, including 24/7 Customs services for international travelers. This allows for users to get where they want, when they need to most. Even in adverse weather conditions, our highly decorated snow & ice removal team works around the clock to help ensure the airport remains open and safe to operate at.
Centennial Airport is more than just a logistical hub—it's a vital lifeline for communities across Colorado. From medical evacuation flights transporting patients to specialized care facilities to humanitarian missions delivering aid, Centennial Airport connects people in need with essential resources. Additionally, the largest air-ambulance companies in Denver provide service to the entire region through Centennial Airport; transporting patients, blood, or organs to points throughout the state and country. Nestled near 4 major hospitals, we are proud to support approximately 50 medical operations per day.
Apart from aeronautical use, we also support community engagement by being home to the Wings Over the Rockies Exploration of Flight Museum, Family Sports Center and golf course, the Perfect Landing restaurant and Avalanche Grill, Colorado Skies Academy aerospace-focused middle school, and a hotel (coming 2024). In addition, South Metro Fire Rescue Station 35 sits conveniently on airport property and services the Airport and the surrounding community.
Centennial Airport stives to be a global leader in sustainability; achieving operational efficiency through economic vitality, social responsibility, and use of natural resources. We are at the forefront of sustainability efforts, pioneering initiatives such as offering unleaded Avgas—the first in Colorado—and participating in sustainability programs. Moreover, we actively engage with the community through events like charity initiatives, blood drives, and the Runway 5K, demonstrating our commitment to social responsibility.