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About Akron Fulton Airport

Welcome to Akron Fulton Airport (AKR), a public general aviation airport serving Akron, Ohio, with a rich aviation heritage and a landmark on-site Goodyear Airdock. Whether you’re attending an aviation-related event, visiting the historic hangar, or simply using AKR as a gateway to the region, we’ve got you covered with practical details and trusted recommendations. This venue page provides seating and access information, parking and transportation options, and nearby hotel and dining picks to help you secure your plans with ease.

Location: 1600 Triplett Blvd, Akron, OH 44306. AKR has a single asphalt runway (7/25) at 6,337 ft (1,932 m) and is known for its connection to the NAS Akron era and the storied Goodyear Airdock on the airport grounds. While not a commercial passenger airport, AKR hosts aviation events and serves general aviation enthusiasts and professionals in the Akron region.

Note: For events and activities that are scheduled, always verify dates and times as plans can shift. If a date is to be announced, you’ll see the date listed as “Date to be announced.” For rescheduled events, we mark them clearly as “RESCHEDULED from its original date.”

We’ve bundled reliable, straightforward planning help for your Akron Fulton visit. Secure your seats for events or tours, park with confidence, and find comfortable nearby lodging and dining options. We partner with local hotels and restaurants to offer convenient, trustworthy recommendations, so you can focus on enjoying the history and ongoing aviation culture around AKR.

  • Areas around event spaces and the Goodyear Airdock are accessible to visitors during tours and special events. Availability varies by event. Look for designated viewing areas and designated pedestrian routes when events are scheduled.
  • On-site parking is available for visitors and event attendees. Allow extra arrival time for events due to security checks or limited peak-time parking.
  • Transportation: The airport sits within the greater Akron area with easy road access. Local taxis, rideshare options, and shuttle services to nearby hotels are convenient choices. If you’re flying in for an event, coordinate ground transportation in advance with your hotel or event organizer.
  • Nearby Hotels: Major Akron-area hotels are typically about 4 miles from AKR. Suggested partners include properties close to downtown Akron and surrounding business districts. We highlight affiliate partner hotels for easy booking and reliable service.
  • Nearby Dining: Several dining options are within a short drive or walk from the airport area, including familiar national brands and local eateries. We partner with restaurants in the region to provide convenient dining recommendations.
  • Goodyear Airdock: The on-site landmark is a historic airship hangar and a notable centerpiece of the aviation heritage at AKR, often used for events and special programs. Explore the Airdock with respect for the site’s history and ongoing activities.

For context, Akron Fulton Airport (AKR) is a public general aviation airport (AKR/AKC) with one asphalt runway and a track record of strong aviation activity. It’s known for its storied past, including the renaming to Akron Executive Airport in 2018 and subsequent reversion to Akron Fulton International Airport.

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  • Airport type: Public general aviation airport (AKR/AKC).
  • Address: 1600 Triplett Blvd, Akron, OH 44306.
  • Runway: One asphalt runway 7/25, length 6,337 ft (1,932 m).
  • Operations and based aircraft: 48,910 aircraft movements in year ending 9/19/2022; 84 based aircraft.
  • Name history: Renamed Akron Executive Airport in 2018, later reverted to Akron Fulton International Airport.
  • On-site landmark: Goodyear Airdock, a historic airship hangar located on the airport grounds.
  • Notable events hosted: All-American Soap Box Derby (historical), and various aviation-related activities tied to the Airdock and NAS Akron era.
  • Nearby hotels: Major Akron-area hotels (e.g., Hilton Garden Inn Akron) are typically ~4 miles from AKR.