Kentland Municipal Airport (KKT)

Kentland Municipal Airport (KKT), identified by FAA LID 50I and pseudo ICAO code K50I, operates as a vital general aviation facility serving three counties in northwest Indiana's rich agricultural region. Located one nautical mile southeast of Kentland's central business district in Newton County, the airport covers 50 acres at an elevation of 698 feet above mean sea level. This public-use facility plays a crucial role supporting the region's diversified aviation activities including corporate and business operations, flight instruction, recreational flying, and specialized aerial agricultural services essential to the extraordinarily fertile farmlands surrounding the facility. The airport operates with a single asphalt runway designated 9/27, measuring 3,504 feet in length by 50 feet in width, providing adequate capacity for general aviation aircraft operations typical of Indiana's rural airport network. Recent infrastructure investments totaling $4.5 million over the past decade have significantly enhanced operational capabilities, with 90% of funding provided by the Federal Aviation Administration, 5% from the State of Indiana, and local contributions from the Town of Kentland. These improvements included runway widening, lengthening, and resurfacing projects, along with installation of permanent fuel farms and upgraded fuel terminal technology. Terminal facilities feature a passenger terminal building with pilot's lounge, providing comfortable amenities for transient pilots and passengers accessing the region's business and agricultural operations. The facility offers comprehensive services including hangar space rentals, self-service fuel availability, and on-site aircraft maintenance capabilities supporting both based and transient aircraft. Weather reporting station installation enhances operational safety, providing current meteorological data essential for flight planning in Indiana's variable weather conditions. Ongoing development projects represent continued commitment to enhancing aviation infrastructure, with current construction including a 1.4 million gallon retention pond, expanded taxi areas, a new modern terminal building, and additional hangar facilities. These improvements position the airport to better serve the region's growing aviation needs while maintaining its classification as a general aviation facility within the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems. The airport's strategic location and comprehensive services make it an essential transportation asset for business travelers, flight training operations, and specialized agricultural aviation serving the rich farmlands of northwest Indiana.