Owensboro Daviess County Airport

OWB KOWB Owensboro, Kentucky Elevation: 407 ft

Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport serves Owensboro, Kentucky, the BBQ Capital of the World and the birthplace of bluegrass music legend Bill Monroe. OWB offers a 8,000-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets. The airport serves the International Bar-B-Q Festival, the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum, and the bourbon distillery trail.

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Transworld Jets Insider Tip

Owensboro is famous for its unique mutton BBQ tradition and the annual International Bar-B-Q Festival in May. The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum (opened 2018) celebrates Bill Monroe's legacy. Several bourbon distilleries on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail are within driving distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can heavy jets land at Owensboro?

Yes. Owensboro-Daviess County Regional's 8,000-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets.

When is the BBQ Festival?

The International Bar-B-Q Festival is held annually in May, drawing pitmasters and BBQ lovers from around the world.

What is the bluegrass connection?

Bill Monroe, the Father of Bluegrass Music, was born in nearby Rosine. The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum in downtown Owensboro opened in 2018.