Empty-leg hub

KEAR — Kearney Regional Airport

United StatesKearney

Kearney Regional Airport (KEAR) in Kearney, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 243 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $9,500.

243 live empty legs involving KEAR

Empty-leg demand

Kearney Regional Airport (KEAR) in Kearney, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 158 of 243 live legs (65%) leave KEAR, according to EmptyJet.

The busiest live corridors at KEAR are from KLNK (10), to KTEB (9), and to KLNK (7).

Priced empty legs at KEAR center on a median ask of $9,500, with an observed range of $750–$106,400 (243 priced listings).

Aircraft mix at KEAR is led by Cessna Citation Ultra (Light Jet) (120 legs), with Cessna Citation XLS+, Learjet 60 also active.

Key takeaways

  • KEAR: 243 live empty legs (158 out / 85 in), according to EmptyJet.
  • Median priced ask at KEAR: $9,500 (n=243).
  • Busiest corridor: from KLNK (10 legs).
  • Most common aircraft: Cessna Citation Ultra (120 legs, ~49%).

Outbound empty legs leaving KEAR creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 243 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.

Live empty-leg corridors

DirectionAirportLive listingsMedian ask
Inbound fromKLNKLincoln Airport10$2,194
Outbound toKTEBTeterboro Airport9$28,100
Outbound toKLNKLincoln Airport7$1,500
Inbound fromKOMAEppley Airfield5$1,500
Outbound toKJAXJacksonville International Airport4$18,350
Outbound toKSDLScottsdale Airport4$8,600

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

Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings

AircraftCategoryLive listings
Cessna Citation UltraLight Jet120
Cessna Citation XLS+Midsize Jet16
Learjet 60Midsize Jet15
Cessna Citation VLight Jet11
Cessna Citation EncoreLight Jet10

Airport facts

IATA
EAR
ICAO
KEAR
City
Kearney
Country
United States
Type
medium airport
Elevation
2,131 ft
Timezone
America/Chicago
Region
North America
Runways
2
Longest runway
7,094 ft
Traffic score
4.9 / 10

Runways

RunwayLengthWidthSurfaceLighted
18/367,094 ft150 ftASPYes
13/314,498 ft75 ftCONYes

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FAQ

How active is KEAR for empty legs?

Kearney Regional Airport (KEAR) has 243 live empty-leg listings — 158 departing and 85 arriving, according to EmptyJet.

What is a typical empty-leg price at KEAR?

The median ask at KEAR is $9,500 across 243 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.

Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KEAR?

The strongest live corridor at KEAR is from KLNK (Lincoln Airport), with 10 listings, according to EmptyJet.

Which aircraft fly empty legs at KEAR most often?

The Cessna Citation Ultra, a Light Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KEAR, with 120 live listings (~49% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.

What is the airport code for Kearney Regional Airport?

The primary code for Kearney Regional Airport is KEAR.

Where is KEAR airport located?

Kearney Regional Airport (KEAR) is in Kearney, United States.

What is the ICAO code for EAR?

The ICAO code for Kearney Regional Airport (EAR) is KEAR.

What is the longest runway at KEAR?

The longest runway at Kearney Regional Airport (KEAR) is 7,094 ft.

Empty legs from this airport

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