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KMSY — Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

United StatesNew Orleans

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (KMSY) in New Orleans, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 208 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $23,300.

208 live empty legs involving KMSY

Code
KMSY
Traffic
8.3/10
Runways
3
Longest
10,104 ft
Live legs
208

Empty-leg demand

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (KMSY) in New Orleans, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 102 outbound and 106 inbound across 208 live legs, according to EmptyJet.

Priced empty legs at KMSY center on a median ask of $23,300, with an observed range of $5,400–$65,200 (208 priced listings).

The busiest live corridors at KMSY are from CYYT (2), to KDMA (2), and to KFLL (2).

Aircraft mix at KMSY is led by Gulfstream GIV (Heavy Jet) (82 legs), with Learjet 60, Beechcraft Hawker 900XP also active.

Key takeaways

  • KMSY: 208 live empty legs (102 out / 106 in), according to EmptyJet.
  • Median priced ask at KMSY: $23,300 (n=208).
  • Busiest corridor: from CYYT (2 legs).
  • Most common aircraft: Gulfstream GIV (82 legs, ~39%).

Two-way empty-leg flow at KMSY creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 208 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.

Live empty-leg corridors

DirectionAirportLive listingsMedian ask
Inbound fromCYYTSt. John's International Airport2$47,900
Outbound toKDMADavis Monthan Air Force Base2$24,800
Outbound toKFLLFort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport2$6,600
Outbound toKOAKSan Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport2$23,300
Outbound toKSBASanta Barbara Municipal Airport2$23,300
Outbound toKSLKAdirondack Regional Airport2$18,100

Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.

Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings

AircraftCategoryLive listings
Gulfstream GIVHeavy Jet82
Learjet 60Midsize Jet60
Beechcraft Hawker 900XPMidsize Jet19
Cessna CitationJetLight Jet10
Bombardier Challenger 605Heavy Jet7

Airport facts

IATA
MSY
ICAO
KMSY
City
New Orleans
Country
United States
Type
large airport
Elevation
4 ft
Timezone
America/Chicago
Region
North America
Runways
3
Longest runway
10,104 ft
Traffic score
8.3 / 10

Links

Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
Official site
flymsy.com

Runways

RunwayLengthWidthSurfaceLighted
11/2910,104 ft150 ftPEMYes
02/207,001 ft150 ftASPYes
06/243,570 ft150 ftASPYes

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FAQ

How active is KMSY for empty legs?

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (KMSY) has 208 live empty-leg listings — 102 departing and 106 arriving, according to EmptyJet.

What is a typical empty-leg price at KMSY?

The median ask at KMSY is $23,300 across 208 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.

Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KMSY?

The strongest live corridor at KMSY is from CYYT (St. John's International Airport), with 2 listings, according to EmptyJet.

Which aircraft fly empty legs at KMSY most often?

The Gulfstream GIV, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KMSY, with 82 live listings (~39% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.

What is the airport code for Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport?

The primary code for Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is KMSY.

Where is KMSY airport located?

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (KMSY) is in New Orleans, United States.

What is the ICAO code for MSY?

The ICAO code for Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is KMSY.

What is the longest runway at KMSY?

The longest runway at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (KMSY) is 10,104 ft.

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