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05-19-2013, 08:39 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Colleyville
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KBJC or KAPA better for GA?
My daughter has a soccer tournament the weekend of 5/25- 5/26 (yes that's right Memorial day weekend). So to make it a little more enjoyable we are going to take the RV-10 weather permitting. Its at DSG park it looks like 25 miles from Centennial (KAPA) and 16 miles from Rocky Mountain (KBJC) Any preference to which is better suited for GA, cheaper parking, and rent cars? Easier to fly in and out of we might take a few afternoon flights.
Thanks,
Tim
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05-19-2013, 09:25 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Littleton, CO
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BJC
I've flown out of both. BJC is my choice hands down. Not sure about the rental car situation. Self serve $5.54
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05-19-2013, 09:30 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Tampa (BKV)
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My office is at KAPA, but I keep my project at KBJC. KAPA is a very busy airport, though certainly not difficult to fly out of. I prefer the crowd at KBJC...despite the extra drive.
I'm not sure about rental cars. Don't miss the Wednesday EAA lunch crowd if you're around.
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05-19-2013, 09:38 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2009
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I flew corporate a lot out there and always preferred APA for prices. BJC had one FBO after Denver Jet Center took over Stevens. I guess the other post stated 5.54 there but TAC air at APA is 5.54 too. I thought APA tried harder because of competition. I know there are RV's at both but my opinion is APA.
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05-20-2013, 06:37 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Pine Junction, CO
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How about KFTG
Front Range Airport is extremely GA friendly and no ramp fees. SS Fuel is $5.39 and there are rental cars. While KFTG seems out in the boonies it is right off I-70 and a straight shot to DSG Park.
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05-20-2013, 08:53 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Colleyville
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It appears its in Surface airspace, can you get in and out with only talking to the tower?
I called the tower, so no issues getting in and out. The overnight parking (hangar) is much cheaper here than the other two. Looks like it might be a good choice, unless there is a lot of guys hanging out at BJC on Saturday?
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Originally Posted by zilik
Front Range Airport is extremely GA friendly and no ramp fees. SS Fuel is $5.39 and there are rental cars. While KFTG seems out in the boonies it is right off I-70 and a straight shot to DSG Park.
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Last edited by Tim 8-A : 05-20-2013 at 09:56 AM.
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05-20-2013, 09:59 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Sausalito, CA
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Originally Posted by Tim 8-A
It appears its in Surface airspace, can you get in and out with only talking to the tower?
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If I understand you correctly, my Denver TAC shows that FTG is in a wedge that's below the Class B, which is 120/70 over that airport.
Getting to DSG Park from FTG would definitely be easier than from the other airports. Straight shot west on I-70.
Last edited by colojo : 05-20-2013 at 10:02 AM.
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05-20-2013, 12:44 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Denver, CO
Posts: 1,967
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Generally speaking....
Front Range (KFTG) has the least traffic, least expensive fuel and the least amenities. Centennial (KAPA) has the most traffic, most expensive fuel and the most amenities. Rocky Mountain Metro (KBJC) is in the middle. Have fun on your trip. Colorado has some beautiful spots for daytrips too!
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05-20-2013, 01:51 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Longmont, CO
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DSG Park closer to FTG
DSG park is actually most convenient to Front Range, but be careful of the airspace. FTG is literally adjacent to DIA and it's easy to inadvertently fly into Class B airspace. If you talk to Denver approach on the way in, they'll keep you clear though.
If you're going to get a rental can anyway, you might try Longmont airport. It's much quieter, and the Enterprise guys will bring you a car to the airport. I'm not presently flying, so I can't quote the price of gas.
Have fun,
David
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05-20-2013, 02:36 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Pine Junction, CO
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tim 8-A
It appears its in Surface airspace, can you get in and out with only talking to the tower?
I called the tower, so no issues getting in and out. The overnight parking (hangar) is much cheaper here than the other two. Looks like it might be a good choice, unless there is a lot of guys hanging out at BJC on Saturday?
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Yes KFTG sits in it's own Delta airspace tucked in under KDEN Bravo airspace. With the Bravo airspace being a standard circular Class-B on the east and south sides it is pretty easy to stay under if just talking with the FTG tower or call Denver Approach and they'll get you in.
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