Empty-leg hub
KDEC — Decatur Airport
United StatesDecatur
Decatur Airport (KDEC) in Decatur, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 481 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $8,400.
481 live empty legs involving KDEC
- Code
- KDEC
- Traffic
- 5.3/10
- Runways
- 3
- Longest
- 8,496 ft
- Live legs
- 481
Empty-leg demand
Decatur Airport (KDEC) in Decatur, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 264 outbound and 217 inbound across 481 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KDEC center on a median ask of $8,400, with an observed range of $1,580–$137,700 (481 priced listings).
Empty legs leaving KDEC concentrate toward KVNY, KLAS, KTEB.
Pilatus PC-12 NG (Turboprop) dominates empty-leg capacity at KDEC, accounting for about 59% of live inventory (282 of 481 legs).
Key takeaways
- KDEC: 481 live empty legs (264 out / 217 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KDEC: $8,400 (n=481).
- Busiest corridor: to KVNY (7 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Pilatus PC-12 NG (282 legs, ~59%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KDEC creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 481 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 | 7 | $49,600 |
| Outbound to | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 6 | $32,950 |
| Outbound to | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 6 | $16,700 |
| Inbound from | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 6 | $35,400 |
| Inbound from | KSDLScottsdale Airport | 4 | $20,800 |
| Outbound to | KAPCNapa County Airport | 3 | $52,500 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NG | Turboprop | 282 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 27 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 21 |
| Beechcraft Hawker 900XP | Midsize Jet | 17 |
| Gulfstream G200 | Midsize Jet | 14 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- DEC
- ICAO
- KDEC
- City
- Decatur
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 682 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 8,496 ft
- Traffic score
- 5.3 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 8,496 ft | 150 ft | PEM | Yes |
| 12/30 | 6,799 ft | 150 ft | PEM | Yes |
| 18/36 | 5,299 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KDEC for empty legs?
Decatur Airport (KDEC) has 481 live empty-leg listings — 264 departing and 217 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KDEC?
The median ask at KDEC is $8,400 across 481 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KDEC?
The strongest live corridor at KDEC is to KVNY (Van Nuys Airport), with 7 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KDEC most often?
The Pilatus PC-12 NG, a Turboprop, is the most common model on empty legs at KDEC, with 282 live listings (~59% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Decatur Airport?
The primary code for Decatur Airport is KDEC.
Where is KDEC airport located?
Decatur Airport (KDEC) is in Decatur, United States.
What is the ICAO code for DEC?
The ICAO code for Decatur Airport (DEC) is KDEC.
What is the longest runway at KDEC?
The longest runway at Decatur Airport (KDEC) is 8,496 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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