Hosmer Visitor Center, U.S. Air Force Academy

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Pikes Peak Region

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Production notes

Drone

Federal installation and FAA rules apply.

Light

Morning golden hour

7:27 AM – 8:01 AM

Light from the S · 6669°

Evening golden hour

5:23 PM – 5:58 PM

Light from the W · 14308°

First light: 6:56 AM
Sunrise: 7:24 AM
Sunset: 6:00 PM
Last light: 6:28 PM
Blue hour: 6:28 PM–6:59 PM
Solar noon: 12:42 PM
Sun at noon: 2133° up, NE
Day length: 10h 37m

Calculated for this location and date, shown in local time. Sun position only — it does not account for terrain or buildings casting shade.

Shooting here

Checked 2026-09-14

Personal photography
Visitor photography is subject to federal installation security rules and posted restrictions.
Portrait or hired shoots
Professional shoots require USAFA/Public Affairs coordination.
Commercial, brand, or film
Commercial production requires explicit federal installation approval.
Drone
Federal installation and FAA rules apply.
Fee or rate
Project-specific

Permit path: PERMISSION_REQUIRED

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Policies change. Confirm with the listed authority before you shoot.

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Access

PERMISSION_REQUIRED. Coordinate well in advance. The visitor center is outside the North Gate, but production equipment and Academy imagery can still trigger approval needs.