Small Colorado airport gets new flight rules for instrument landings

The Federal Aviation Administration changed the boundaries of controlled airspace around Cortez Municipal Airport in Colorado. This means pilots flying by instruments will have clearer rules for landing and taking off safely.

Airspace rules are usually set for larger, busier airports. This change means a small regional airport is getting the same kind of detailed air traffic control definitions. It makes instrument flying safer and more predictable for pilots using this airport, which can attract more flights.