Drake Field — Fayetteville, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereDrake Field in Fayetteville uses the IATA code FYV, with KFYV as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from FYV
Drake Field
FYV is Drake Field, officially known today as Fayetteville Executive Airport, serving Fayetteville, Arkansas, home to the University of Arkansas. The airport primarily handles general aviation, corporate flights, and flight training rather than scheduled commercial airline service, which is instead concentrated at nearby Northwest Arkansas National Airport. FYV supports the busy business aviation needs of the region, which hosts major corporate headquarters including Walmart and Tyson Foods nearby. Drake Field's convenient location close to Fayetteville's city center makes it a preferred option for private and corporate aircraft owners seeking faster access than a larger regional commercial airport can offer.
Runways at Drake Field (FYV)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 6005 ft (1830 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Drake Field (FYV)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | RAZORBACK APP/DEP | 121 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 133.1 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 128 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.8 MHz |
| RDO | JONESBORO RDO | 122.3 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 128 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Drake Field (FYV)
- Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) — 33.1 km (20.6 mi)
- Fort Smith Regional Airport (FSM) — 76.4 km (47.5 mi)
- Boone County Airport (HRO) — 95.5 km (59.3 mi)
- Branson Airport (BKG) — 104.8 km (65.1 mi)
- Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) — 130.8 km (81.3 mi)
- Springfield Branson National Airport (SGF) — 154.5 km (96.0 mi)
- Tulsa International Airport (TUL) — 155.7 km (96.7 mi)
- Ozark Regional Airport (WMH) — 157.8 km (98.1 mi)
FYV should not be confused with XNA, the main commercial airport for Northwest Arkansas; Drake Field handles general aviation and corporate traffic rather than scheduled airline flights.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Drake Field?
The IATA code for Drake Field is FYV.
What is the ICAO code for Drake Field?
The ICAO code for Drake Field is KFYV. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.