Empty-leg hub
KCRQ — McClellan-Palomar Airport
United StatesCarlsbad
McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ) in Carlsbad, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 932 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $11,100.
932 live empty legs involving KCRQ
- Code
- KCRQ
- Traffic
- 7.8/10
- Runways
- 1
- Longest
- 4,897 ft
- Live legs
- 932
Empty-leg demand
McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ) in Carlsbad, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 525 outbound and 407 inbound across 932 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KCRQ center on a median ask of $11,100, with an observed range of $1,020–$90,100 (932 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KCRQ are from KABQ (31), to KABQ (30), and from KAEJ (23).
Aircraft mix at KCRQ is led by Pilatus PC-12 (Turboprop) (198 legs), with Beechcraft Hawker 900XP, Cessna Citation XLS also active.
Key takeaways
- KCRQ: 932 live empty legs (525 out / 407 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KCRQ: $11,100 (n=932).
- Busiest corridor: from KABQ (31 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Pilatus PC-12 (198 legs, ~21%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KCRQ creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 932 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 | KABQAlbuquerque International Sunport | 31 | $6,400 |
| Outbound to | KABQAlbuquerque International Sunport | 30 | $6,400 |
| Inbound from | KAEJCentral Colorado Regional Airport | 23 | $14,500 |
| Inbound from | KBKFBuckley Space Force Base | 23 | $15,400 |
| Inbound from | KFTGColorado Air and Space Port | 23 | $9,900 |
| Outbound to | KFTGColorado Air and Space Port | 23 | $10,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 | Turboprop | 198 |
| Beechcraft Hawker 900XP | Midsize Jet | 196 |
| Cessna Citation XLS | Midsize Jet | 139 |
| Beechcraft King Air 200 | Turboprop | 117 |
| Cessna CitationJet | Light Jet | 65 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- CLD
- ICAO
- KCRQ
- City
- Carlsbad
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 331 ft
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 4,897 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.8 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 4,897 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KCRQ for empty legs?
McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ) has 932 live empty-leg listings — 525 departing and 407 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KCRQ?
The median ask at KCRQ is $11,100 across 932 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KCRQ?
The strongest live corridor at KCRQ is from KABQ (Albuquerque International Sunport), with 31 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KCRQ most often?
The Pilatus PC-12, a Turboprop, is the most common model on empty legs at KCRQ, with 198 live listings (~21% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for McClellan-Palomar Airport?
The primary code for McClellan-Palomar Airport is KCRQ.
Where is KCRQ airport located?
McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ) is in Carlsbad, United States.
What is the ICAO code for CLD?
The ICAO code for McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is KCRQ.
What is the longest runway at KCRQ?
The longest runway at McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ) is 4,897 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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