Cedar Valley Airport — Eagle Mountain, Utah
Cedar Valley Airport serves the rapidly growing Eagle Mountain area on the elevated Cedar Valley mesa in western Utah County. Eagle Mountain has transformed from a remote agricultural community to one of Utah's largest cities, with a population that has grown from a few hundred to over 50,000 in roughly two decades. This explosive growth has created aviation demand in Cedar Valley that earlier decades never anticipated, and Cedar Valley Airport provides local general aviation access for residents of this sprawling mesa-top suburb who prefer not to navigate the Wasatch Front's busier airport complexes.
Cedar Valley's geography, elevated significantly above the Utah Valley floor on the west side of the Traverse Mountains, provides interesting flying perspectives and distinct weather patterns from the valley below. The airport serves both the growing residential population of Eagle Mountain and the remaining agricultural and ranching operations that persist in the valley's lower-density areas. Access to both the Utah Valley's commercial and educational centers to the east and the West Desert's expansive terrain to the west makes Cedar Valley Airport a versatile general aviation asset.
Frequently Asked Questions
How has Eagle Mountain's growth affected Cedar Valley Airport?
Eagle Mountain's growth from a tiny desert community to a city of 50,000+ has substantially increased the potential user base for Cedar Valley Airport. The growing population base includes a number of private pilots who value having a local airport close to their homes in this rapidly developing suburb.
What is the elevation at Cedar Valley Airport?
Cedar Valley sits on a bench elevated several hundred feet above the Utah Valley floor, with Cedar Valley Airport at approximately 4,700 to 5,000 feet MSL. This elevation adds a modest but real density altitude consideration to operations compared to valley-floor airports.
What public airports are close to Cedar Valley Airport?
Spanish Fork-Springville Airport and Provo Municipal Airport (PVU) are the nearest public general aviation facilities in the Utah Valley. South Valley Regional Airport (U42) near West Jordan is accessible over the Traverse Mountains via I-15.
Are there any soaring or glider operations at Cedar Valley Airport?
Cedar Valley's proximity to the western Wasatch Range slopes and the thermal activity that develops over the Traverse Mountains provides potential soaring opportunities. Pilots interested in ridge and thermal soaring should contact local clubs about conditions in the area.
Cedar Valley Airport Contact Information
Address, Phone Number, and Hours for an Airports in Eagle Mountain, Utah.
| Name | Cedar Valley Airport |
| Address | 7974 Six-Mile Cutoff Road, Eagle Mountain UT 84005 Map |
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Map of Cedar Valley Airport
Cedar Valley's Evolving Aviation Landscape
Cedar Valley Airport's operational context is shaped by one of the most remarkable suburban growth stories in the American West. Eagle Mountain's expansion has brought suburban infrastructure—roads, utilities, schools, retail—to terrain that was essentially empty desert a generation ago, and aviation infrastructure like Cedar Valley Airport is part of the services picture for a community that increasingly expects the full suite of urban amenities.
For the Utah DOT Aeronautics Division, Cedar Valley Airport represents a case study in managing aviation infrastructure in a rapidly changing suburban context. The challenge is ensuring that airport land use is protected from encroaching residential development while also serving the growing number of pilots who make Eagle Mountain their home. Utah's aeronautics planning process tracks these dynamics across all counties, advocating for land-use decisions that preserve aviation access as a component of complete community infrastructure.