FY2023 Adopted Budget

Iowa City Airport

Department Mission The Iowa City Airport, directed by the Airport Commission, provides a safe, cost effective general aviation facility. The Airport creates and enriches economic, educational, healthcare, cultural and recreational opportunities for the greater Iowa City community. Department Description The Iowa City Airport is a general aviation airport located in the southwest part of Iowa City. It is the oldest, continuously operating airport west of the Mississippi. Of the 118 public airports in Iowa, the Iowa City Municipal Airport is one of the busiest general aviation airports in the state. The airfield consists of 2 runways (7/25 & 12/30) with a maximum landing distance of 5,004 feet, a full parallel taxiway and an aircraft parking apron at the terminal building. A Fixed Base Operator on the airfield provides fuel service, aircraft maintenance, flight instruction, and charter services. The airport has approximately 30,000 take-offs and landings and sells over 370,000 gallons of jet fuel and aviation gasoline to aircraft operators annually. Airport staff is responsible for daily operation and maintenance of all airport facilities, including 59 T Hangars, 6 corporate hangars, other airfield buildings, runways and equipment. The Airport Manager staffs an administrative office, manages leased areas and contracts, plans and oversees airport related capital improvements.

“The Iowa City Municipal Airport is an important piece of the economic engine to the Iowa City and Johnson County area.” - Mike Tharp

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