Empty-leg hub
KAFF — USAF Academy Airfield
United StatesColorado Springs
USAF Academy Airfield (KAFF) in Colorado Springs, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 140 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $28,800.
140 live empty legs involving KAFF
- Code
- KAFF
- Traffic
- 5.6/10
- Runways
- 4
- Longest
- 4,500 ft
- Live legs
- 140
Empty-leg demand
USAF Academy Airfield (KAFF) in Colorado Springs, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 107 of 140 live legs (76%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KAFF is led by Gulfstream GV (Ultra Long Range) (20 legs), with Gulfstream G450, Gulfstream G550 also active.
The busiest live corridors at KAFF are to KTEB (8), from KTEB (6), and from KCPK (5).
Priced empty legs at KAFF center on a median ask of $28,800, with an observed range of $7,100–$135,000 (140 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KAFF: 140 live empty legs (33 out / 107 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KAFF: $28,800 (n=140).
- Busiest corridor: to KTEB (8 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Gulfstream GV (20 legs, ~14%).
Inbound repositioning into KAFF creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 140 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 | $32,600 |
| Inbound from | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 6 | $40,000 |
| Inbound from | KCPKChesapeake Regional Airport | 5 | $41,800 |
| Inbound from | KPTBDinwiddie County Airport | 5 | $40,500 |
| Outbound to | KRNOReno Tahoe International Airport | 5 | $22,100 |
| Inbound from | KSHDShenandoah Valley Regional Airport | 5 | $38,800 |
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
- IATA
- AFF
- ICAO
- KAFF
- City
- Colorado Springs
- Country
- United States
- Type
- small airport
- Elevation
- 6,572 ft
- Timezone
- America/Denver
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 4,500 ft
- Traffic score
- 5.6 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16C/34C | 4,500 ft | 75 ft | ASP | No |
| 16R/34L | 4,500 ft | 40 ft | ASP | No |
| 16L/34R | 3,500 ft | 75 ft | ASP | No |
| 08/26 | 2,153 ft | 75 ft | ASP | No |
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FAQ
How active is KAFF for empty legs?
USAF Academy Airfield (KAFF) has 140 live empty-leg listings — 33 departing and 107 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KAFF?
The median ask at KAFF is $28,800 across 140 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KAFF?
The strongest live corridor at KAFF is to KTEB (Teterboro Airport), with 8 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KAFF most often?
The Gulfstream GV, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at KAFF, with 20 live listings (~14% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for USAF Academy Airfield?
The primary code for USAF Academy Airfield is KAFF.
Where is KAFF airport located?
USAF Academy Airfield (KAFF) is in Colorado Springs, United States.
What is the ICAO code for AFF?
The ICAO code for USAF Academy Airfield (AFF) is KAFF.
What is the longest runway at KAFF?
The longest runway at USAF Academy Airfield (KAFF) is 4,500 ft.
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