David McKinney

Oskaloosa Lightweight Contender on Regional Rise

David McKinney, known inside the cage as FLYINHAWAIIAN, stands 6'0" (183cm) and carries a record of 6 wins, 5 losses and 0 draws. The 33-year-old from Grace Place in Oskaloosa, Iowa, has steadily built his résumé across the US Midwest fight scene, testing himself against local foes and earning a reputation for resilience and steady improvement. McKinney currently sits at No. 795 in the North America MMA rankings and holds positions in three sub-regions—US Midwest, Iowa and Nebraska—each reflecting the areas where he’s logged at least two of his last six bouts. He competes at lightweight, having stepped into the 155-pound limit in both of his most recent fights, a move that has aligned him with opponents across multiple regional circuits. As a fixture in small-venue cards throughout Iowa and neighboring states, McKinney has carved out a path defined by consistency rather than flash. While he has yet to break into the national conversation, his placement on regional leaderboards underscores a quiet momentum. For McKinney, every bout at lightweight represents another step toward broader recognition beyond his home turf.