K.S.A. 27-327

It is hereby declared that the purpose of this act is to promote the general welfare of the cities and counties affected by the provisions of this act, and to this end, an airport authority created pursuant to this act is hereby empowered to acquire, own, maintain, operate, improve and dispose of surplus real or personal properties of the United States, the state of Kansas or any political subdivision thereof, within counties to which the provisions of this act may be applicable, including, but not limited to, property which may be essential, suitable or desirable for the development, improvement, operation and maintenance of public airport facilities.