Blue Springs Airport

No single official reason is publicly documented, which is common for small private airfields. The closure was most likely due to economic factors, such as the high cost of maintenance and insurance relative to the amount of traffic, or a decision by the private owner to sell the land or repurpose it. There is no evidence to suggest it was closed due to a specific accident or for military conversion.

The airport is permanently closed and the site remains private property. Satellite imagery confirms the original asphalt runway is still visible but is in a state of extreme disrepair. It is cracked, faded, and significantly overgrown with grass and weeds. The runway appears to be used for storing agricultural equipment, large containers, and other materials. The surrounding land is actively used for agriculture, possibly as a large plant nursery or farm.

Blue Springs Airport was a small, privately owned airport that was open for public use. It was established sometime between 1972 and 1980. Its primary function was to serve the general aviation community, providing a landing strip for private pilots with small, single-engine aircraft. It featured a single asphalt runway, designated 18/36, with a length of 3,000 feet. The airport did not handle commercial or military operations and its significance was purely local, supporting recreational flying and private transport for about two decades.

There are no known plans or prospects for reopening Blue Springs Airport. The infrastructure is derelict and would require a complete reconstruction. Furthermore, the land is privately owned and has been repurposed for agricultural use. With the public Madison County Airport (KMGE / 17J) located just 10 miles to the northeast, there is no practical demand or financial incentive to restore this small, private strip.