Aircraft Hangars at Drake Field Airport
Missouri Metal Buildings delivers pre-engineered steel aircraft hangars to Drake Field Airport (KFYV) — Fayetteville's executive airport serving the University of Arkansas region. With its control tower, 6,005-foot runway, and convenient location just south of downtown Fayetteville, Drake Field serves corporate aviation, charter operations, and the vibrant general aviation community of Washington County.
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KFYV Airport Specifications
Drake Field has served Fayetteville since 1940 and operates today as Fayetteville Executive Airport. The airport features full-service FBO operations, ARFF capabilities, and instrument approaches including LOC and GPS. Its proximity to the University of Arkansas campus and downtown Fayetteville makes it the preferred choice for business visitors and charter operations serving the Razorback community.
Hangar Types for Drake Field
Corporate Aviation Hangars
Drake Field's executive positioning attracts corporate flight departments and charter operators requiring quality hangar facilities. We design corporate hangars with clear-span widths up to 100'+ to accommodate business jets and turboprops. Features include climate control provisions, executive finishing options, and office integration for professional operations.
Private Owner Hangars
Fayetteville's growing population of aircraft owners needs secure, personal hangar space at Drake Field. From Cessnas and Pipers to Cirrus and Bonanzas, we engineer private hangars sized for your aircraft with workshop space, storage, and comfortable owner amenities. Insulation options protect your aircraft from Arkansas temperature extremes.
FBO & Service Hangars
Fixed-base operators at KFYV require flexible facilities for aircraft storage, maintenance, and customer service. Our FBO hangars feature multiple aircraft bays, high ceilings for maintenance equipment, and professional finishing for customer-facing areas. We design for efficient aircraft flow and FBO operational requirements.
Maintenance Hangars
Aircraft maintenance at Drake Field requires purpose-built facilities with proper flooring, lighting, ventilation, and utility access. Missouri Metal Buildings engineers maintenance hangars with the structural provisions for overhead equipment, compressed air systems, and the specialized requirements of aircraft service operations.
Fayetteville Aviation Market
Drake Field serves a dynamic aviation market driven by multiple factors:
- University of Arkansas: Charter operations for Razorback athletics, visiting academic groups, and university business
- Corporate visitors: Business travelers accessing the Northwest Arkansas economic corridor
- Flight training: Active general aviation and training community
- Growing metro: Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers MSA is one of America's fastest-growing regions
- Medical facilities: Washington Regional Medical Center and associated medical aviation
Building Considerations for KFYV Area
- City of Fayetteville: Building permits through Fayetteville planning department
- Wind load: 115 mph basic wind speed — all hangars engineered accordingly
- Airport coordination: Construction requires coordination with airport management
- Proximity to XNA: 18 nm south of Northwest Arkansas National Airport
- Tower operations: Towered airport with specific operational considerations
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drake Field Airport's history?
Drake Field (KFYV) has served Fayetteville since 1940, originally as the city's primary commercial airport. Today it operates as Fayetteville Executive Airport, serving general aviation, corporate aviation, and charter operations. The airport features a control tower, 6,005-foot runway, and is located approximately 139 miles south of downtown Fayetteville near the University of Arkansas campus.
What aircraft can operate at Drake Field?
KFYV's 6,005 x 100 foot runway accommodates a wide range of aircraft from single-engine trainers to medium business jets. The airport has significant weight-bearing capacity (single wheel 120,000 lbs, double wheel 287,000 lbs) and features LOC/DME and GPS instrument approaches. Missouri Metal Buildings designs hangars appropriate for aircraft operating at this executive airport.
Does Drake Field serve University of Arkansas athletics?
Yes. Drake Field's proximity to the University of Arkansas campus makes it convenient for athletic charter operations, visiting teams, and university-related aviation. The airport's executive facilities and FBO services support the charter and corporate traffic associated with Razorback athletics and university operations.
What hangar options are available at KFYV?
Missouri Metal Buildings provides hangar solutions from private owner hangars for single-engine aircraft to larger corporate hangars for business jets. Our clear-span designs offer column-free interiors with bi-fold, sliding, or hydraulic door systems. We engineer each hangar to meet Fayetteville building codes and airport requirements.
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Call us at (417) 852-1145 or request a quote online. Tell us your aircraft type and hangar requirements — we'll provide specifications and a quote for your Fayetteville Executive Airport hangar project.
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