Airflow + GenAIScript: Complete MCP Integration
Airflow is a MCP server that A MCP Server that connects to Apache Airflow using official python client..
When integrated with GenAIScript, you can:
- List all available DAGs in Airflow
- Manually trigger a DAG run
- Get DAG run history and status
This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up Airflow in GenAIScript, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.
What You'll Achieve
After completing this setup:
- Airflow will be fully integrated and operational
- You can use Airflow tools directly in GenAIScript
- All Airflow capabilities will be available for your workflows
- Access to 5 different tools
Prerequisites
Before starting, ensure you have:
- Airflow webserver host URL
- Airflow authentication username
- Airflow authentication password
- GenAIScript installed and configured
- Compatible operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux, VS Code)
Installation
Step 1: Install Airflow
Configuration
Step 2: Configure GenAIScript
- Open GenAIScript settings
- Navigate to MCP server configuration
- Add Airflow server with appropriate settings
- Save and restart if needed
Examples
Once configured, you can use Airflow in GenAIScript:
Pipeline Monitoring
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Ask GenAIScript: "Check status of all DAGs and recent failures"
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Manual DAG Execution
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Ask GenAIScript: "Trigger monthly_report DAG with date parameter"
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Troubleshooting Failed Tasks
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Ask GenAIScript: "Show failed tasks in data_pipeline and their error logs"
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Testing Your Setup
- Launch GenAIScript
- Verify Airflow is available in the tools list
- Test basic Airflow functionality
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
GenAIScript Installation Failed
Symptoms: npm install errors, Command not found
Cause: Node.js version or npm configuration issues
Solution:
- Verify Node.js 18+ is installed
- Check npm global installation permissions
- Try using yarn instead of npm
- Clear npm cache and retry installation
MCP Server Not Found
Symptoms: Server not available in scripts, Connection errors
Cause: Server configuration or PATH issues
Solution:
- Verify server is properly installed
- Check genaiscript.config.ts configuration
- Use absolute path to server executable
- Test server independently first
Script Execution Fails
Symptoms: Runtime errors, Tool execution failures
Cause: Script syntax or MCP integration issues
Solution:
- Check TypeScript syntax and imports
- Verify MCP server is responding
- Use --debug flag for detailed logging
- Test with simpler script first
VS Code Extension Issues
Symptoms: Extension not working, No intellisense
Cause: Extension installation or configuration problems
Solution:
- Verify extension is properly installed
- Reload VS Code window
- Check workspace is GenAIScript project
- Update extension to latest version
Airflow not appearing in GenAIScript
Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available
Cause: Configuration or installation issue
Solution:
- Verify configuration syntax
- Check Airflow installation
- Restart GenAIScript
- Check logs for error messages
Next Steps
Now that Airflow is integrated with GenAIScript:
- Explore all Airflow capabilities through GenAIScript
- Check out other MCP servers that work with GenAIScript
- Join the MCP community for tips and support
- Consider contributing to Airflow development
Need Help?
- Search for Airflow documentation
- Check the GenAIScript MCP guide
- Join the MCP community discussions