Colorado Revised Statutes Title 41. Aeronautics: Aircraft and Airports § 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.