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Downtown Island Airport - DKX

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Downtown Island Airport - DKX

Located in the heart of downtown Knoxville, DKX is your connection to fun and adventure in East Tenn!

Downtown Island Airport (DKX) is Knoxville's most successful general aviation airport. Located adjacent to Downtown Knoxville and University of Tennessee, DKX handles more than 83,000 operations a year and has nearly 140 aircraft based on the island.

06/01/2026

This Friday, June 5th, is National Donut Day! 🍩 Treat yourself to something sweet at the airport from 8:30 am until they are gone!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, DKX Airport honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸 Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

FBO Hours: DKX will have modified hours from 7 am-3 pm.

05/08/2026

Happy Friday 😎

The weather this weekend is going to be beautiful, so there’s no better time to stop by DKX and enjoy the skies with us! ☀️ ✈️

05/04/2026

🎬✨ Movie Night is taking off at DKX! ✈️🌙

Join us on Friday, May 15, 2026, for an unforgettable outdoor screening of Memphis Belle at DKX! Bring your chairs or blankets, grab some popcorn, and enjoy the food truck available from 7–9 PM.

🍿 Movie starts at 8:30 PM
📍 DKX Airport

Tag your crew and make it a night under the stars you won’t want to miss! 🌟

04/27/2026

What an incredible day at our Spring Open House! 🌸✈️

We’re so grateful for the amazing turnout and the support from our community. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate aviation with us, we loved seeing so many familiar (and new) faces.

We can't wait to welcome you back to the airport again very soon! 💙

04/24/2026

🌧️ Weather Update: Spring Open House Postponed

Due to rain, our Spring Open House has been rescheduled.

📅 New Date: Sunday, April 26
⏰ Time: 1–4 PM
📍 Location: Downtown Island Airport (DKX)

Join us for an afternoon of aviation fun, food trucks, and Smiley Swirl Ice Cream Truck! ✈️🍦

We appreciate your understanding and hope to see you there!

04/22/2026

This Earth Day, we’re celebrating community and collaboration. 🌱 A big thank you to Special Growers for planting flowers in our planters again this year; they are such a beautiful addition to our space! We’re grateful for this partnership and the positive impact it brings to our airport and community. 🌸✈️

04/20/2026

REMINDER: Spring Open House at DKX Airport! 🌷✈️

We will have a Food Truck as well as FREE Smiley Swirl Ice Cream Truck!

STEM Activities for Kids and plenty of aviation to explore.

Join us for a fun day at the airport as we celebrate spring and open our doors to the community! Bring your family and friends to explore the airport, see aircraft up close, and enjoy a great day of aviation.

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 DKX Airport - 2701 Spence Pl, Knoxville, TN 37920
🎟️ Free Admission

Come experience the excitement of aviation right here in your community. We hope to see you there! ✈️

04/06/2026

🚧 Heads up, Knoxville! 🚧

The Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon is happening on Sunday, April 12, and parts of the route will pass through the Island Home neighborhood and along Spence Pl.

KPD officers will be on site directing traffic, but delays are possible. If you’re planning to head to the airport or travel through the area, please allow extra time and use caution.

Thanks for your patience and support for all the runners! 🏃‍♂️

02/05/2026

✈️ DKX runway and taxiway is NOW OPEN ✈️

Address

2701 Spence Place
Knoxville, TN
37920

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 10pm
Tuesday	7am - 10pm
Wednesday	7am - 10pm
Thursday	7am - 10pm
Friday	7am - 10pm
Saturday	7am - 10pm
Sunday	7am - 10pm

Website

http://www.dkxairport.com/

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