Indianapolis Metropolitan Airport
| Location: | Hamilton County |
| Township: | Delaware |
| Size: | 445 acres |
| Runways: | 1 |
| Primary Use: | Private, Charter, Flight Training |
| Estimated Annual Economic Impact: |
$15.7 M annually |
| Aircraft Based: | 108 |
| Daily Operations: | 114 |
| Operator: | Indianapolis Aviation, Inc. |
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Indianapolis Metropolitan Airport (UMP) is a general aviation facility located on Allisonville Road two miles southwest of Fishers, Indiana. It is in close proximity to one of Indiana’s major thoroughfares, I-69, and Indianapolis’ central business district, making it well-positioned to serve as a “reliever” airport for Indianapolis International Airport.
Formerly known as Gatewood Metropolitan Airport, UMP has been owned and operated by IAA since 1967. It averages 158 flights per day and covers 445 acres with room for hangar and apron area expansion.
Land needed for aviation vs. non-aviation use
No changes to existing single runway airfield are expected in next 30 years and plans for a second runway have been abandoned. T-hangars and private hangars will expand. Land previously purchased for development of second runway is no longer needed for future aviation development. Frontage along East 96th Street is available for nonaviation development.
The Development Zone
Despite the relatively conservative forecast for aviation growth, the airport has a location that favors near-term commercial development. As a result, and based on airport configuration, and the existing aeronautical infrastructure, two development Zones are recommended.
Zone 1 – The Metro Retail Center – Located on 96th Street, this Zone has near-term potential for retail development that will complement other existing and proposed development along the roadway. Retail, restaurants and office are all possible uses that would be considered.
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Zone 2 –Transit Node – An existing rail line may offer potential for the addition of a commuter stop. This would make this Zone attractive for a variety of related uses including car rentals and auto parking. A variety of mixed uses would also be supported by the rail stop. These would include retail and office, as well as education and medical that would capitalize on the availability of public transportation.
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