Standard Operating Procedures for Popular Backcountry Airstrips
Airstrips are open year round, however there is NO winter maintenance. Winter operations contact: 208-334-8893 (Boise)
Please review the SOP documentation below. Four of Idaho’s most popular backcountry airstrips offer Courtesy Cars, and many locations have campgrounds for our flying public. Courtesy cars are on a “first come/first served” basis, and donations are very much appreciated. We DO NOT accept reservations for any amenities, at any location.
| Popular Airstrip Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) | Caretaker, Phone & Courtesy Cars |
|---|---|
| Cavanaugh Bay SOP (66S) (PDF) | On-site Caretakers Mid-April to Mid-Sept. Ph: 208-443-2721 • Courtesy Cars |
| Garden Valley SOP (U88) (PDF) | On-site Caretakers Mid-April to Mid-Sept. Ph: 208-462-6036 • Courtesy Cars |
| Johnson Creek SOP (3U2) (PDF) Video: Johnson Creek SOP | On-site Caretakers Mid-May to Mid-Sept. Ph: 208-633-3333 • Courtesy Cars |
| Smiley Creek SOP (U87) (PDF) Video: Smiley Creek SOP | On-site Caretakers Mid-May to Mid-Sept. Ph: 208-774-2984 • Courtesy Cars |
| Big Creek SOP (U60) (PDF) | No Courtesy Car or Caretaker |
| Stanley SOP (2U7) (PDF) Video: Stanley Airport SOP Video: Stanley Airport Improvements | No Courtesy Car or Caretaker |
Idaho Aviation Accident Score Card
IAASC includes total number of fatal accidents, fatalities, class of aircraft, pilot qualifications, and weather conditions at the time of the accident.
Flight Safety Resources
- Button above provides a listing of web cameras & weather stations links for the Idaho region
- FAA Density Altitude Information
- Guide for Practice Runway
- GPS Jamming in General Aviation
- Learn to Turn – A Stick & Rudder Approach to Reducing Loss of Control
- Idaho Aviation Network (IAN)
Airport Facilities Directory
Flight safety resources & airport facility details