Empty-leg hub
KCOS — City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport
United StatesColorado Springs
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (KCOS) in Colorado Springs, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 339 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $18,100.
339 live empty legs involving KCOS
- Code
- KCOS
- Traffic
- 7.8/10
- Runways
- 3
- Longest
- 13,501 ft
- Live legs
- 339
Empty-leg demand
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (KCOS) in Colorado Springs, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 221 of 339 live legs (65%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KCOS is led by Beechcraft King Air 200 (Turboprop) (46 legs), with Cessna Citation Ultra, Bombardier Challenger 350 also active.
The busiest live corridors at KCOS are from KSEA (16), to KTEB (11), and to KTUS (11).
Priced empty legs at KCOS center on a median ask of $18,100, with an observed range of $3,500–$199,600 (339 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KCOS: 339 live empty legs (118 out / 221 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KCOS: $18,100 (n=339).
- Busiest corridor: from KSEA (16 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Beechcraft King Air 200 (46 legs, ~14%).
Inbound repositioning into KCOS creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 339 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 | KSEASeattle-Tacoma International Airport | 16 | $24,750 |
| Outbound to | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 11 | $32,200 |
| Outbound to | KTUSTucson International Airport / Morris Air National Guard Base | 11 | $17,600 |
| Outbound to | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 8 | $12,800 |
| Inbound from | KXNANorthwest Arkansas National Airport | 8 | $21,750 |
| Inbound from | KRDURaleigh Durham International Airport | 7 | $36,700 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Beechcraft King Air 200 | Turboprop | 46 |
| Cessna Citation Ultra | Light Jet | 46 |
| Bombardier Challenger 350 | Super Midsize Jet | 30 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 22 |
| Gulfstream GIV | Heavy Jet | 17 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- COS
- ICAO
- KCOS
- City
- Colorado Springs
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 6,187 ft
- Timezone
- America/Denver
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 13,501 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.8 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- flycos.coloradosprings.gov
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17L/35R | 13,501 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 17R/35L | 11,022 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 12/30 | 8,269 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
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FAQ
How active is KCOS for empty legs?
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (KCOS) has 339 live empty-leg listings — 118 departing and 221 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KCOS?
The median ask at KCOS is $18,100 across 339 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KCOS?
The strongest live corridor at KCOS is from KSEA (Seattle-Tacoma International Airport), with 16 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KCOS most often?
The Beechcraft King Air 200, a Turboprop, is the most common model on empty legs at KCOS, with 46 live listings (~14% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport?
The primary code for City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport is KCOS.
Where is KCOS airport located?
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (KCOS) is in Colorado Springs, United States.
What is the ICAO code for COS?
The ICAO code for City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) is KCOS.
What is the longest runway at KCOS?
The longest runway at City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (KCOS) is 13,501 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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