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Of course, it is the abrupt rise of the Rocky Mountains and the western two-thirds of Colorado that have made the state synonymous with high-elevation adventure. Colorado is truly a natural wonderland of mountain diversity. This applies whether you’re there for that very reason or you are there for an unplanned layover. Purposeful tourists come to Colorado’s mountain areas for everything from skiing, hiking and mountain climbing to motorcycling, wildlife pursuits and all manner of camping. However, Colorado’s wide array of airport choices also lend themselves well to unplanned day trips or weekend excursions. One thing that Colorado has in spades is protected lands within the National Park System (NPS). Other neighboring states, such as Utah, might get more attention for their many reknowned National Parks. However, Colorado’s NPS lands, while somewhat lesser known, are no less spectacular.
Mountain Flying Precautions and Agendas
Flying deep into the heart of mountainous areas should never be taken lightly by any pilot. Being equipped with turbine power is
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