§ 41-4-106 — Operation of airports

In connection with the erection,
maintenance, and operation of any such airport or navigation facilities, any county
has the power and jurisdiction, when acting singly, or by agreement, when acting
jointly with any other county, city and county, city, or town, to regulate the receipt,
deposit, and removal and the embarkation of passengers or property to or from
such airports; to exact and require charges, fees, and tolls, together with a lien to
enforce their payment; to lease or assign for operation such space or area,
appurtenances, appliances, or other conveniences necessary or useful in
connection therewith; to own and operate aircraft; to employ pilots; to provide rules
and regulations governing the use of such airport and facilities and the use of other
property and means of transportation within or over said airport, landing field, and
navigation facilities; to perform any duties necessary or consistent for the
regulation of air traffic; to enter into contracts or otherwise cooperate with the
federal government or other public or private agencies; and to exercise such
powers as may be required or consistent in the promotion of aeronautics and the
furtherance of commerce and navigation by air.

Legislative History

Source: L. 45: p. 40, � 6. CSA: C. 45, � 247. CRS 53: � 5-4-6. C.R.S. 1963: � 5-4-6.