Get our free mobile appWhat Happened During the Plane Crash Near Grand Junction? Read More: Grand Junction Airport Traffic Surge Means More Flights AheadThe crash happened during the afternoon of Friday, July 10, in a remote area south of the city of Grand Junction. This is a rare outcome for a plane crash in the high desert of Western Colorado. Google Maps Colorado Plane Crash Ends With an Incredible Survival StoryRead More: Denver International Airport Appears on TSA Unusual ListThe crash occurred between Whitewater and Gateway, Colorado, with the plane coming down to the east of Highway 141 out in the wash. LOOK: Fun Facts About Grand Junction Regional Airport Here are a few random facts about Grand Junction Regional Airport you might enjoy.