Empty-leg hub
KIWA — Mesa Gateway Airport
United StatesMesa
Mesa Gateway Airport (KIWA) in Mesa, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 1,136 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $24,150.
1136 live empty legs involving KIWA
- Code
- KIWA
- Traffic
- 7.6/10
- Runways
- 3
- Longest
- 10,401 ft
- Live legs
- 1136
Empty-leg demand
Mesa Gateway Airport (KIWA) in Mesa, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 887 of 1,136 live legs (78%) leave KIWA, according to EmptyJet.
Repositioning into KIWA is concentrated from KPDK, KBOI, KMLI.
Priced empty legs at KIWA center on a median ask of $24,150, with an observed range of $2,255–$217,400 (1,136 priced listings).
Gulfstream GIV-SP (Heavy Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at KIWA, accounting for about 51% of live inventory (578 of 1,136 legs).
Key takeaways
- KIWA: 1,136 live empty legs (887 out / 249 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KIWA: $24,150 (n=1,136).
- Busiest corridor: from KPDK (17 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Gulfstream GIV-SP (578 legs, ~51%).
Outbound empty legs leaving KIWA creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 1,136 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 | KPDKDeKalb Peachtree Airport | 17 | $39,300 |
| Inbound from | KBOIBoise Air Terminal/Gowen Field | 8 | $11,100 |
| Inbound from | KMLIQuad City International Airport | 7 | $33,200 |
| Inbound from | KPWKChicago Executive Airport | 7 | $34,800 |
| Inbound from | MMSDLos Cabos International Airport | 7 | $15,300 |
| Inbound from | KOMAEppley Airfield | 5 | $11,200 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream GIV-SP | Heavy Jet | 578 |
| Pilatus PC-12 NG | Turboprop | 214 |
| Beechcraft King Air 200 | Turboprop | 123 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 31 |
| Bombardier Challenger 350 | Super Midsize Jet | 17 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- AZA
- ICAO
- KIWA
- City
- Mesa
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 1,382 ft
- Timezone
- America/Phoenix
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 10,401 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.6 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- gatewayairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12R/30L | 10,401 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 12C/30C | 10,201 ft | 150 ft | PEM | Yes |
| 12L/30R | 9,301 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KIWA for empty legs?
Mesa Gateway Airport (KIWA) has 1,136 live empty-leg listings — 887 departing and 249 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KIWA?
The median ask at KIWA is $24,150 across 1,136 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KIWA?
The strongest live corridor at KIWA is from KPDK (DeKalb Peachtree Airport), with 17 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KIWA most often?
The Gulfstream GIV-SP, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KIWA, with 578 live listings (~51% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Mesa Gateway Airport?
The primary code for Mesa Gateway Airport is KIWA.
Where is KIWA airport located?
Mesa Gateway Airport (KIWA) is in Mesa, United States.
What is the ICAO code for AZA?
The ICAO code for Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) is KIWA.
What is the longest runway at KIWA?
The longest runway at Mesa Gateway Airport (KIWA) is 10,401 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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