Empty-leg hub
KIWA — Mesa Gateway Airport
United StatesMesa
Mesa Gateway Airport (KIWA) in Mesa, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 630 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $28,200.
630 live empty legs involving KIWA
Empty-leg demand
Mesa Gateway Airport (KIWA) in Mesa, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 563 of 630 live legs (89%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Gulfstream G550 (Ultra Long Range) dominates empty-leg capacity at KIWA, accounting for about 65% of live inventory (412 of 630 legs).
Repositioning into KIWA is concentrated from KPDK, KMSP, KSAN.
Priced empty legs at KIWA center on a median ask of $28,200, with an observed range of $6,100–$368,200 (630 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KIWA: 630 live empty legs (67 out / 563 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KIWA: $28,200 (n=630).
- Busiest corridor: from KPDK (17 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Gulfstream G550 (412 legs, ~65%).
Inbound repositioning into KIWA creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 630 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 | KMSPMinneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport / Wold-Chamberlain Field | 10 | $28,850 |
| Inbound from | KSANSan Diego International Airport | 9 | $9,000 |
| Inbound from | KSATSan Antonio International Airport | 8 | $21,000 |
| Inbound from | KBOIBoise Air Terminal/Gowen Field | 7 | $11,000 |
| Outbound to | KCRQMcClellan-Palomar Airport | 6 | $10,550 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 412 |
| Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy | Super Midsize Jet | 13 |
| Gulfstream GIV-SP | Heavy Jet | 12 |
| Pilatus PC-12 | Turboprop | 10 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 6 |
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 |
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FAQ
How active is KIWA for empty legs?
Mesa Gateway Airport (KIWA) has 630 live empty-leg listings — 67 departing and 563 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KIWA?
The median ask at KIWA is $28,200 across 630 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 G550, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at KIWA, with 412 live listings (~65% 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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