RunwayBoise Air Terminal/Gowen Field
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🔬 Operational & Aerodrome Engineering Comparative Analysis
Elevation & Atmospheric Density
Operating at 2,871 ft (875 m MSL), true airspeed (TAS) on approach and takeoff roll is moderately higher than indicated airspeed (IAS). Engines experience slight thrust lapse under elevated summer temperatures, necessitating conservative density-altitude dispatch calculations for fully laden twin-engine commercial transports.
Regional Density & Alternates (100 NM)
With no qualifying commercial facilities with paved runways ≥5,000 ft within a 100 NM radius, Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field functions as an isolated regional aviation hub. Scheduled air services and transiting aircraft must calculate extended diversion reserves to alternate airfields outside the immediate 100 NM quadrant.
Fleet Compatibility & Ground Roll
At 10,000 ft (3,048 m), the primary runway comfortably accommodates mid-to-large twin-aisle widebody transports (such as the Boeing 787-9 and Airbus A330-900) as well as maximum-range narrowbody transcontinental configurations (Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 737 MAX 9) under typical atmospheric conditions.
🛫 Physical Runway Inventory & Surface Engineering
| Runway Designator | Length (ft / m) | Width (ft / m) | Surface Material | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10L/28R | 10,000 ft (3048m) | 150 ft (46m) | Asphalt (ASP) | ✅ Lighted | ✅ Active |
| 10R/28L | 9,763 ft (2976m) | 150 ft (46m) | Asphalt (ASP) | ✅ Lighted | ✅ Active |
| 09/27 | 5,000 ft (1524m) | 75 ft (23m) | Asphalt (ASP) | ❌ Unlighted | ⛔ Closed |