Simons Airport
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About Simons Airport
Simons Airport is a small airport in Aurora, United States. It sits at an elevation of 5,525 ft (1,684 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,400 ft / 732 m. It observes America/Denver local time. The nearest airport is Buckley Space Force Base (BFK), about 1.3 nm to the sw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NW / SE | 2,400 ft / 732 m | 30 ft | Dirt-grvl | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DENVER CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 7500 ft MSL | 12000 ft MSL |
| DENVER CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 8000 ft MSL | 12000 ft MSL |
| AURORA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 7500 ft MSL |
| AURORA CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 7500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 5,896 ft | — |
| Colorado Center I | 230 ft | 5,456 ft | — |
| Colorado Center III | 230 ft | 5,420 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 5,922 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 5,407 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 5,587 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 5,896 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Simons Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Simons Airport located?
Simons Airport is small airport located in Aurora, United States, at an elevation of 5,525 ft (1,684 m).
How many runways does Simons Airport have?
Simons Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,400 ft / 732 m.
What time zone is Simons Airport in?
Simons Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Simons Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Simons Airport is approximately 7.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Simons Airport?
The nearest airport to Simons Airport is Buckley Space Force Base (BFK), about 1.3 nm to the sw, followed by Denver International Airport and Colorado Air and Space Port.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Simons Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.