The Kirksville Regional Airport has been an important part of Kirksville and Adair County since the early 1930s when it was created as a backup military airport.  Federal grants and fuel sales currently provide the funding for the operations of the airport. 

Because no major hubs are located within 100 miles of Kirksville, area businesses benefit from being able to transport important clients in and out of the city of Kirksville.  In addition, students, faculty and staff of Truman State University and Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine have a safe and quick alternative to driving to and from their hometowns.

Local government is currently pushing for the creation of a possible flight school and plane rental program to expand this essential part of our community.

Kirksville Regional Airport is located four miles south of Kirksville on the west side of US Highway 63.