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OUR MISSION STATEMENT
The DeKalb County Airport Authority provides a safe, efficient and cost effective environment for air transportation while contributing to and generating economic benefit by acting as a gateway to and from DeKalb County and the region. We promote aviation, both corporate and private, affording convenient and diverse travel options along with community events for the area citizens.
INFORMATION CENTER
HANGAR INFO
The DeKalb County Airport maintains 39 T-Hangar style and 5 larger box hangar style structures for rent. Currently there are no available hangars, however, if you join our waiting list, one may be yours soon.
Development Opportunity
The DeKalb County Airport has a unique development opportunity on the southwest side of the airport property. Be sure to click for more information.
FBO SERVICES
Our newly remodeled terminal building provides amenities for pilots, passengers and guests. But our full list of other FBO services is quickly growing and well worth your while to check out!
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DeKalb County Airport Authority Announces Strategic Name Change
For Immediate Release: PRESS RELEASE August 21, 2024 Contact: Russ Couchman, Airport Manager DeKalb County Airport rcouchman@dekalbcountyairport.com Auburn, IN - The DeKalb County Airport Authority (DCAA) is dedicated to guiding the Airport toward a future that...
💥 Ever wondered what those tripod-mounted devices are around the airport?
They’re called propane bird cannons, and they’re an important part of keeping our airport safe!
Each cannon consists of a 20-pound propane tank with a solar-powered, automated cannon mounted on top. Beginning at 7:00 a.m. and continuing until 9:00 p.m., the cannons randomly produce a loud “boom” several times each hour. Airport staff can also activate them remotely when needed.
Why all the noise? 🐦✈️
Birds can pose a serious hazard to aircraft during takeoff and landing. The unpredictable booms help discourage birds from nesting on or near the airfield, encouraging them to relocate to a quieter environment. By reducing bird activity, we’re helping create a safer environment for pilots, passengers, and wildlife alike.
The next time you hear a boom at the airport, you’ll know it’s all part of keeping our skies safe!
Noticed that you have spikes on it to stop birds from sitting on them.... when I was at KIND, I saw a bird sitting on one of the bird cannons and when it "clicked" before firing, the bird flew straight up and then landed back on the cannon after it fired.... those birds seem to figure things out 🙂
Flock guns to go with the cameras?
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Takeoff and Landing Performance Assessment
From the FAA: The Takeoff and Landing Performance Assessment (TALPA) initiative aims to reduce the risk of runway overruns by providing airport operators with a method to accurately and consistently determine the runway condition when a paved runway is not dry. This...
B-17 Bomber Lands in DeKalb County
B-17 Bomber Lands in DeKalb County by Visit DeKalb County There is never a dull moment in DeKalb County. Not only do we have numerous museums that display incredible, military machinery and vehicles, but on Monday we had a very special piece of equipment come into our...
WelcomeToDeKalbCounty.com
By Caleb Whitmer cwhitmer@kpcmedia.com AUBURN — The DeKalb Chamber Partnership went live Friday with a website of videos promoting DeKalb County. The website, WelcomeToDeKalbCounty.com, features several short films promoting communities, events and businesses around...
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THE Auburn-DeKalb Executive Airport
Full Service FBO | FREE Airport-Wide WiFi | AWOS Weather Display | Hangars Available | Newly Remodeled Terminal | Pilot Lounge | Kitchen