Empty-leg hub
KA50 — Colorado Springs East Airport
United StatesEllicott
Colorado Springs East Airport (KA50) in Ellicott, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 138 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $28,700.
138 live empty legs involving KA50
- Code
- KA50
- Traffic
- 4.1/10
- Runways
- 3
- Longest
- 4,500 ft
- Live legs
- 138
Empty-leg demand
Colorado Springs East Airport (KA50) in Ellicott, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 106 of 138 live legs (77%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KA50 is led by Gulfstream GV (Ultra Long Range) (20 legs), with Gulfstream G450, Gulfstream G550 also active.
The busiest live corridors at KA50 are to KTEB (8), from KTEB (6), and from KCPK (5).
Priced empty legs at KA50 center on a median ask of $28,700, with an observed range of $7,100–$135,000 (138 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KA50: 138 live empty legs (32 out / 106 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KA50: $28,700 (n=138).
- Busiest corridor: to KTEB (8 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Gulfstream GV (20 legs, ~14%).
Inbound repositioning into KA50 creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 138 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outbound to | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 8 | $32,350 |
| Inbound from | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 6 | $39,650 |
| Inbound from | KCPKChesapeake Regional Airport | 5 | $41,400 |
| Inbound from | KPTBDinwiddie County Airport | 5 | $40,000 |
| Outbound to | KRNOReno Tahoe International Airport | 5 | $22,500 |
| Inbound from | KSHDShenandoah Valley Regional Airport | 5 | $38,400 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 20 |
| Gulfstream G450 | Heavy Jet | 19 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 18 |
| Bombardier Challenger 350 | Super Midsize Jet | 11 |
| Embraer Legacy 650E | Heavy Jet | 11 |
Airport facts
- ICAO
- KA50
- Ident
- KA50
- City
- Ellicott
- Country
- United States
- Type
- small airport
- Elevation
- 6,145 ft
- Timezone
- America/Denver
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 4,500 ft
- Traffic score
- 4.1 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- springseastairport.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17L/35R | 4,500 ft | 40 ft | GVL | No |
| 17R/35L | 4,500 ft | 42 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 08/26 | 3,440 ft | 60 ft | GVL | No |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KA50 for empty legs?
Colorado Springs East Airport (KA50) has 138 live empty-leg listings — 32 departing and 106 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KA50?
The median ask at KA50 is $28,700 across 138 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KA50?
The strongest live corridor at KA50 is to KTEB (Teterboro Airport), with 8 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KA50 most often?
The Gulfstream GV, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at KA50, with 20 live listings (~14% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Colorado Springs East Airport?
The primary code for Colorado Springs East Airport is KA50.
Where is KA50 airport located?
Colorado Springs East Airport (KA50) is in Ellicott, United States.
What is the longest runway at KA50?
The longest runway at Colorado Springs East Airport (KA50) is 4,500 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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