Empty-leg hub
KLBF — North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field
United StatesNorth Platte
North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (KLBF) in North Platte, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 141 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $26,700.
141 live empty legs involving KLBF
- Code
- KLBF
- Traffic
- 5.4/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 8,000 ft
- Live legs
- 141
Empty-leg demand
North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (KLBF) in North Platte, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 92 of 141 live legs (65%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KLBF is led by Gulfstream G550 (Ultra Long Range) (38 legs), with Gulfstream G450, Cessna Citation Ultra also active.
The busiest live corridors at KLBF are from KCPK (5), from KPTB (5), and to KTEB (4).
Priced empty legs at KLBF center on a median ask of $26,700, with an observed range of $1,500–$175,100 (141 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KLBF: 141 live empty legs (49 out / 92 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KLBF: $26,700 (n=141).
- Busiest corridor: from KCPK (5 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Gulfstream G550 (38 legs, ~27%).
Inbound repositioning into KLBF creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 141 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 | KCPKChesapeake Regional Airport | 5 | $37,900 |
| Inbound from | KPTBDinwiddie County Airport | 5 | $36,500 |
| Outbound to | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 4 | $29,300 |
| Inbound from | KARVLakeland Airport Noble F Lee Memorial Field | 3 | $10,100 |
| Outbound to | KRNOReno Tahoe International Airport | 3 | $25,300 |
| Outbound to | CYYCCalgary International Airport | 2 | $19,300 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 38 |
| Gulfstream G450 | Heavy Jet | 15 |
| Cessna Citation Ultra | Light Jet | 12 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 9 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 9 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- LBF
- ICAO
- KLBF
- City
- North Platte
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 2,777 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 8,000 ft
- Traffic score
- 5.4 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 8,000 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 17/35 | 4,436 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KLBF for empty legs?
North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (KLBF) has 141 live empty-leg listings — 49 departing and 92 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KLBF?
The median ask at KLBF is $26,700 across 141 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KLBF?
The strongest live corridor at KLBF is from KCPK (Chesapeake Regional Airport), with 5 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KLBF most often?
The Gulfstream G550, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at KLBF, with 38 live listings (~27% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field?
The primary code for North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field is KLBF.
Where is KLBF airport located?
North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (KLBF) is in North Platte, United States.
What is the ICAO code for LBF?
The ICAO code for North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (LBF) is KLBF.
What is the longest runway at KLBF?
The longest runway at North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (KLBF) is 8,000 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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