U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- The Air Force is in negotiations with a privately-owned company to begin development on approximately 57 acres by the Academy's North Gate.
The proposed lease includes an agreement between the Air Force and Blue and Silver, LLC, to construct a new visitor's center. The new center will increase the visibility and accessibility for the local community and tourists to the Academy.
The development proposal also includes hotels, office and retail space, an indoor skydiving facility, and a Santa Fe Trailhead Center as part of the City for Champions initiative in Colorado Springs.
Construction could begin as early as 2019 if lease negotiations are successful.