1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
56CO
Elevation
6,660 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
37.203, -107.868
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
6,660 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
DENVER
Coordinates
37.2031, -107.8678
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KDRO 061253Z AUTO 25004KT 10SM BKN055 BKN100 05/00 A2996 RMK AO2 SLP114 T00500000
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
250° at 4 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
5°C
Dewpoint
0°C
Altimeter
1014.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KDRO (8 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-06 12:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Durango/La Plata
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
7 NM away
Telluride
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
45 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 100 ft | 75 ft | ASPH | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| UNICOM | 122.8 | ANIMAS AIR PARK |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 56CO.
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56CO Operational Overview
Location & Facility
ANIMAS AIR PARK (56CO) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in DURANGO, Colorado, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 6,660 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 37.2031°N, 107.8678°W.
Helipads
ANIMAS AIR PARK has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 100 feet by 75 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
ANIMAS AIR PARK is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near ANIMAS AIR PARK, 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 ANIMAS AIR PARK 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 56CO?
56CO is the ICAO identifier for ANIMAS AIR PARK, a public-use airport located in DURANGO, Colorado, United States.
How many runways does ANIMAS AIR PARK have?
ANIMAS AIR PARK (56CO) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 56CO?
The field elevation of ANIMAS AIR PARK is 6,660 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 56CO?
No fuel types are currently listed for ANIMAS AIR PARK. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 56CO?
The current flight category at ANIMAS AIR PARK is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 56CO?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for ANIMAS AIR PARK.
How do I access complete data for 56CO?
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Where is ANIMAS AIR PARK located?
ANIMAS AIR PARK (56CO) is located in DURANGO, Colorado, United States, at an elevation of 6,660 ft MSL.
Does 56CO have weather cameras?
56CO does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.