I see now that Skywest is operating the CRJ700 into ASE from DEN. When I was in training we were told that the Dash and the Avro were the only 121 operated turbines that could get into/out of ASE. Came down to being able to fly slow enough in the event of a balked landing to turn inside of terrain.

I was under the impression the CRJ series couldn't meet the performance. Can someone at Skywest comment on what your ASE program looks like and if you are weight restricted going in/out and what your ops say for balked landings?

I miss flying the Avro in there. Tense sometimes, but was always worth it in terms of sights!

The ASE market was a money maker for NWA, I am wondering if the CRJ900 or EMB-175 that they have orders for are going to be able to operate at ASE.