Empty-leg hub
KPWK — Chicago Executive Airport
United StatesChicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling
Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 319 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $20,000.
319 live empty legs involving KPWK
- Code
- KPWK
- Traffic
- 7.6/10
- Runways
- 3
- Longest
- 5,000 ft
- Live legs
- 319
Empty-leg demand
Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 237 of 319 live legs (74%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KPWK is led by Beechcraft Hawker 900XP (Midsize Jet) (85 legs), with Embraer Praetor 500, Bombardier Global 6000 also active.
The busiest live corridors at KPWK are to KVNY (16), from KBXK (6), and from KE25 (6).
Priced empty legs at KPWK center on a median ask of $20,000, with an observed range of $4,900–$82,900 (319 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KPWK: 319 live empty legs (82 out / 237 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KPWK: $20,000 (n=319).
- Busiest corridor: to KVNY (16 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Beechcraft Hawker 900XP (85 legs, ~27%).
Inbound repositioning into KPWK creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 319 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 | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 16 | $40,300 |
| Inbound from | KBXKBuckeye Municipal Airport | 6 | $30,500 |
| Inbound from | KE25Wickenburg Municipal Airport | 6 | $30,300 |
| Inbound from | KE63Gila Bend Municipal Airport | 6 | $30,750 |
| Inbound from | KSGUSt George Regional Airport | 6 | $29,550 |
| Inbound from | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 5 | $9,800 |
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 | 85 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | Super Midsize Jet | 60 |
| Bombardier Global 6000 | Ultra Long Range | 50 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 17 |
| Dassault Falcon 900B | Large Jet | 11 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- PWK
- ICAO
- KPWK
- City
- Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 647 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 5,000 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.6 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- chiexec.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 5,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 12/30 | 4,386 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 06/24 | 3,660 ft | 50 ft | ASP | Yes |
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FAQ
How active is KPWK for empty legs?
Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) has 319 live empty-leg listings — 82 departing and 237 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KPWK?
The median ask at KPWK is $20,000 across 319 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KPWK?
The strongest live corridor at KPWK is to KVNY (Van Nuys Airport), with 16 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KPWK most often?
The Beechcraft Hawker 900XP, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KPWK, with 85 live listings (~27% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Chicago Executive Airport?
The primary code for Chicago Executive Airport is KPWK.
Where is KPWK airport located?
Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) is in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States.
What is the ICAO code for PWK?
The ICAO code for Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) is KPWK.
What is the longest runway at KPWK?
The longest runway at Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) is 5,000 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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