Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 13h 7m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport is a public-use airport located in Broomfield, Colorado, United States. The airport is owned and operated by Jefferson County and is situated midway between Denver and Boulder on U.S. Highway 36. It is located 16 miles (26 km) northwest of the central business district of Denver, and is the closest airport to downtown Denver. The airport covers 1,700 acres (688 ha) and has three runways. Formerly known as Jefferson County Airport or Jeffco Airport, the airport was renamed Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport on October 10, 2006, although it is sometimes referred to as Rocky Mountain Regional Airport, e.g., on 2007–2012 county planning documents.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KBJCNOTAMs
KBJCReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12L / 30R | 9,000 ft / 2,743 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 12R / 30L | 7,002 ft / 2,134 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 03 / 21 | 3,600 ft / 1,097 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | DENVER APP/DEP | 126.100 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.250 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.600 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.600 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 16 of 49 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DENVER CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 8000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 16% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 87% | 5,142 ft | |
| Feb | 80% | 5,193 ft | |
| Mar | 82% | 5,684 ft | |
| Apr | 85% | 6,101 ft | |
| May | 82% | 6,536 ft | |
| Jun | 93% | 7,240 ft | |
| Jul | 96% | 7,456 ft | |
| Aug | 96% | 7,387 ft | |
| Sep | 95% | 7,092 ft | |
| Oct | 88% | 6,233 ft | |
| Nov | 89% | 5,604 ft | |
| Dec | 92% | 5,424 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~5,142–7,456 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Republic Plaza Building | 715 ft | 5,266 ft | — |
| 1801 California Street Building | 709 ft | 5,269 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Center | 699 ft | 5,344 ft | — |
| 1144 Fifteenth | 617 ft | 5,223 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 545 ft | 5,217 ft | — |
| Four Seasons Hotel Denver & Private Residences | 541 ft | 5,233 ft | — |
| Denver Marriott City Center | 522 ft | 5,335 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 509 ft | 5,374 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport?
The ICAO code for Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport is KBJC, and its IATA code is BJC.
Where is Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport located?
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport is medium airport located in Denver, United States, at an elevation of 5,673 ft (1,729 m).
How many runways does Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport have?
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 9,000 ft / 2,743 m.
What time zone is Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in?
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport is approximately 7.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport?
The nearest airport to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport is Fox Hole Airport (0CD7), about 6.1 nm to the nne, followed by Erie Municipal Airport and Lemons Private Strip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.