Empty-leg hub
KCDW — Essex County Airport
United StatesCaldwell
Essex County Airport (KCDW) in Caldwell, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 148 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $21,600.
148 live empty legs involving KCDW
- Code
- KCDW
- Traffic
- 6.9/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 4,553 ft
- Live legs
- 148
Empty-leg demand
Essex County Airport (KCDW) in Caldwell, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 60 outbound and 88 inbound across 148 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KCDW center on a median ask of $21,600, with an observed range of $3,200–$68,600 (148 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KCDW are from KLNA (10), from FD38 (9), and to KVNY (8).
Aircraft mix at KCDW is led by Beechcraft Hawker 900XP (Midsize Jet) (34 legs), with Bombardier Challenger 604, Hawker 900 also active.
Key takeaways
- KCDW: 148 live empty legs (60 out / 88 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KCDW: $21,600 (n=148).
- Busiest corridor: from KLNA (10 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Beechcraft Hawker 900XP (34 legs, ~23%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KCDW creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 148 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inbound from | KLNAPalm Beach County Park Airport | 10 | $19,550 |
| Inbound from | FD38Wellington Aero Club Airport | 9 | $19,100 |
| Outbound to | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 8 | $52,350 |
| Inbound from | KSRQSarasota Bradenton International Airport | 6 | $18,000 |
| Outbound to | FD38Wellington Aero Club Airport | 5 | $20,300 |
| Outbound to | KLNAPalm Beach County Park Airport | 5 | $20,300 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Beechcraft Hawker 900XP | Midsize Jet | 34 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 21 |
| Hawker 900 | Midsize Jet | 14 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 9 |
| Cessna Citation XLS | Midsize Jet | 9 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- CDW
- ICAO
- KCDW
- City
- Caldwell
- Country
- United States
- Type
- small airport
- Elevation
- 173 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 4,553 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.9 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- flycdw.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 4,553 ft | 80 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 10/28 | 3,721 ft | 75 ft | ASPH-G | No |
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FAQ
How active is KCDW for empty legs?
Essex County Airport (KCDW) has 148 live empty-leg listings — 60 departing and 88 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KCDW?
The median ask at KCDW is $21,600 across 148 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KCDW?
The strongest live corridor at KCDW is from KLNA (Palm Beach County Park Airport), with 10 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KCDW most often?
The Beechcraft Hawker 900XP, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KCDW, with 34 live listings (~23% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Essex County Airport?
The primary code for Essex County Airport is KCDW.
Where is KCDW airport located?
Essex County Airport (KCDW) is in Caldwell, United States.
What is the ICAO code for CDW?
The ICAO code for Essex County Airport (CDW) is KCDW.
What is the longest runway at KCDW?
The longest runway at Essex County Airport (KCDW) is 4,553 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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