DeKalb Taylor Airport

DeKalb Taylor Airport (DKB) serves as the general aviation facility for the DeKalb area and broader east-central Illinois region, supporting owner-pilots, small flight training operations, and regional general aviation activities. With runway lengths of 2,600 and 3,600 feet, DKB accommodates light single-engine aircraft and basic training aircraft. The airport's location in DeKalb, Illinois, near Northern Illinois University, creates a community-oriented aviation environment. The surrounding DeKalb County area includes a population center and agricultural economy. For flight training, the airport supports individual pilot development and recreational flying. Owner-pilots appreciate the accessible, community-oriented environment. The agricultural region surrounding the airport creates seasonal aviation demand for crop-related operations. For aircraft financing, DKB-based aircraft typically serve personal transportation and recreational flying purposes. The airport's low facility costs support affordable aircraft basing. The surrounding agricultural economy creates specialized aviation opportunities. Regional operators appreciate the accessible facilities and reasonable costs.