1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
16CO
Elevation
5,331 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
39.402, -108.077
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
5,331 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
DENVER
Coordinates
39.4023, -108.0766
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KRIL 132353Z AUTO 27015KT 10SM CLR 29/M03 A2996 RMK AO2 PK WND 26032/2305 SLP082 T02941028 10322 20278 57013
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
270° at 15 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
29.4°C
Dewpoint
-2.8°C
Altimeter
1014.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KRIL (22 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 23:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Rifle/Garfield County
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
23 NM away
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12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 1,800 ft | 65 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 16CO.
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16CO Operational Overview
Location & Facility
DRY PEN (16CO) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in PARACHUTE, Colorado, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 5,331 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 39.4023°N, 108.0766°W.
Runways
DRY PEN has 1 runway. The longest runway (09/27) measures 1,800 feet by 65 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
DRY PEN is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near DRY PEN, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at DRY PEN is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 16CO?
16CO is the ICAO identifier for DRY PEN, a public-use airport located in PARACHUTE, Colorado, United States.
How many runways does DRY PEN have?
DRY PEN (16CO) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 16CO?
The field elevation of DRY PEN is 5,331 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 16CO?
No fuel types are currently listed for DRY PEN. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 16CO?
The current flight category at DRY PEN is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 16CO?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for DRY PEN.
How do I access complete data for 16CO?
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Where is DRY PEN located?
DRY PEN (16CO) is located in PARACHUTE, Colorado, United States, at an elevation of 5,331 ft MSL.
Does 16CO have weather cameras?
16CO does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.