Vantage takes reins on airport development project
![A sign showing the highway exit to the Rifle Garfield County Airport.](https://www.garfield-county.com/filesgcco/10-8-21-Garfield-County-airport-planning-future-470x304.jpg)
Garfield County has approved a concept plan transfer from Dark Horse Aviation to Vantage Aviation, paving the way for future hangar and infrastructure development on the east side of the Rifle-Garfield County Airport. In April, Dark Horse requested to transfer its concept plan to Vantage, including all deadlines, interests, and responsibilities, and has endorsed the potential for another fixed base operator. Vantage’s plans include a public terminal on parcels A5 and 6, complete with a conference room, waiting lounges, restrooms, rest areas, and office space. Parcel A2 would be home to a private terminal, including a lobby and similar amenities