Blue Grass Airport has completed its new Master Plan—a comprehensive roadmap that will guide the airport’s future development and ensure long-term operational sustainability. This strategic plan serves as a blueprint for accommodating anticipated growth in air travel and supporting the evolving needs of the region over the next five, 10 and 20 years. It reflects the airport’s commitment to serving central Kentucky as a safe, efficient and welcoming transportation hub connecting Kentucky and the world.
The Master Plan was developed over a two-year period in coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and in consultation with the general public, aviation stakeholders and community leaders. The planning process involved a detailed analysis of the airport’s existing infrastructure and operations, along with environmental, financial and regional considerations. This data-driven approach allowed the planning team to identify capacity needs, evaluate facility improvements and ensure compatibility with local land use and economic development goals.
The resulting plan outlines key projects and priorities—ranging from airfield enhancements and terminal expansion to parking upgrades and private aviation development—that will enable the airport to meet growing demand while maintaining a high standard of service.
With this Master Plan in place, Blue Grass Airport is well-positioned to invest in the future, strengthen its role in the transportation sector and contribute to the continued economic vitality of central Kentucky.
Blue Grass Airport’s Master Plan is comprised of multiple documents:
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Inventory of Facilities
Chapter 3: Aviation Activity Forecasts
Chapter 4: Demand & Facility Requirements
Chapter 5: Alternative Development
Chapter 6: Environmental Overview
Chapter 7: Financial Plan
Chapter 8: Airport Layout Plan
Appendix A: Aircraft Fueling
Appendix B: Recommended Forecast
Appendix C: FAA Appendix B
Appendix D: FAA Aerospace Forecast Data
Appendix E: Ailevon Pacific Analysis
Appendix F: Critical Aircraft Determination
Appendix G: Airfield Capacity
Appendix H: Proposed New FAA Tower
Appendix I: Traffic Forecast & Data Analysis
Appendix J: Parking Occupancy & Demand
Appendix K: Facility Sizing Considerations
Appendix L: Eliminated Alternatives
Appendix M: Deicer Management System
Appendix N: Airport Layout Plan
Download our presentation materials from Industry Day on August 11, 2025.
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