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Knoxville Today
By the People, for the People
New Fueling Station Coming to Knoxville Airport
Federally-funded project to modernize airport infrastructure and support safe operations.
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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The Knoxville Municipal Airport is getting a new airport fueling station (fuel farm) project that will replace outdated infrastructure and provide safer, more efficient access for aircraft. The $3.8 million project is 95% federally funded, with the rest as a small local share.
Why it matters
Reliable, accessible fuel service is a core part of keeping the airport functional for local pilots, business aviation, flight training, and emergency operations. This project supports medical flights, emergency response, and disaster relief when needed.
The details
The new fueling station will modernize the airport's infrastructure and improve safety and efficiency for aircraft. The project is a federally-funded FAA improvement initiative that will cover 95% of the total cost.
- The project is scheduled to begin construction in March 2026.
The players
Knoxville Municipal Airport
A public airport located in Knoxville, Iowa that serves the local community and surrounding region.
Katie Shawver
The airport manager for the Knoxville Municipal Airport.
What they’re saying
“Reliable, accessible fuel service is a core part of keeping the airport functional for local pilots, business aviation, flight training, and emergency operations.”
— Katie Shawver, Airport Manager (kniakrls.com)
“Projects like this help protect and grow the long-term value the airport provides to Knoxville and Marion County.”
— Katie Shawver, Airport Manager (kniakrls.com)
What’s next
Construction on the new fueling station is scheduled to begin in March 2026 and is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
The takeaway
This federally-funded project to modernize the Knoxville Municipal Airport's fueling infrastructure will improve safety, efficiency, and the airport's ability to support critical community services like medical flights, emergency response, and disaster relief.
