Kentucky Department of Aviation

Kentucky Department of Aviation The Mission of the Kentucky Department of Aviation is to provide a safe secure air transportation. There are 57 public use airports in the Commonwealth.

Six of those are designated as commercial service airports by the FAA (Louisville, Covington, Lexington, Paducah, Owensboro, and Bowling Green). The remaining 51 public use airports are categorized as general aviation airports (GA).

Airport marking upgrade at Addington Field - Elizabethtown Regional Airport (EKX)! 🤩
06/12/2026

Airport marking upgrade at Addington Field - Elizabethtown Regional Airport (EKX)! 🤩

06/10/2026

Check this out! Muhlenberg County Airport (M21) recently hosted the delivery of the Pipistrel Velis Electro, the world's first certified electric aircraft, for the Madisonville Community College Aviation Program! This innovative aircraft will support flight training and aircraft maintenance education while helping prepare students for the next generation of aviation.

The Kentucky Department of Aviation is also funding electric aircraft charging stations at four airports, supporting the growth of electric aviation across the Commonwealth.

Madisonville Community College

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06/04/2026

This is Kentucky Aviation! Maysville Community and Technical College đź‘Ź

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06/03/2026

Wing Tip Wednesday đź‘€

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05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember all the soldiers, airmen, sailors, marines, and coast guardsmen who lost their lives fighting for our freedom.

Last week, Flight Club 502 honored students who are part of the Shawnee Aviation Program by hosting the Shawnee Aviation...
05/15/2026

Last week, Flight Club 502 honored students who are part of the Shawnee Aviation Program by hosting the Shawnee Aviation White Scarf Ceremony!

Students in the aviation program can pursue their Private Pilot Certificate and obtain their Part 107 Drone Certificate. Students were also given the opportunity to take the class at the local general aviation airport, Bowman Field, at the Flight Club 502 facility!

A special shoutout to The Academy of Shawnee, JCPS, Flight Club 502, and all other partners for their commitment and dedication to helping these students achieve this goal.

05/08/2026

Aviation Powers Derby Week!

The numbers are in! Derby Week brought record-breaking activity to Kentucky’s general aviation airports! With increased aircraft traffic, fuel sales, and visitors arriving from across the country, aviation continues to play a major role in supporting the economic impact of the Kentucky Derby.

Kentucky aviation no doubt helped keep the Commonwealth connected during one of the world’s most iconic events! Check out the video!

Pilots, are you looking to practice your short-field landings? Check out Columbia-Adair County Airport's (I96) freshly r...
05/04/2026

Pilots, are you looking to practice your short-field landings? Check out Columbia-Adair County Airport's (I96) freshly rehabilitated 2,600-foot runway!

Hosting an aviation event at your local airport? We want to help spread the word!The Kentucky Department of Aviation is ...
04/29/2026

Hosting an aviation event at your local airport? We want to help spread the word!

The Kentucky Department of Aviation is collecting information for aviation events from across the Commonwealth to feature on our KDA Events Calendar and monthly news blast beginning next month.

Feel free to post a comment on the event details AND send us information about your upcoming fly-ins, airshows, educational events, open houses, and more! Please email [email protected].

Also, if you want to stay updated on aviation news and events across Kentucky? Subscribe to our monthly news blast by clicking the link below.

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The Department of Aviation pilots support multiple agencies throughout the state. This season, we are working alongside ...
04/15/2026

The Department of Aviation pilots support multiple agencies throughout the state. This season, we are working alongside the Division of Forestry to support ongoing firefighting efforts.

This past weekend, the department assisted with wildfire detection in the Daniel Boone National Forest with more than 80 personnel on scene!

Early aerial detection and support are critical in situations like this, helping crews quickly assess fire behavior, improve response time, and ultimately protect lives, property, and Kentucky’s natural resources.

We’re proud to support our partners in protecting our communities and keeping them safe. 🤝🔥

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Frankfort, KY
40601

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