Empty-leg hub
KLCK — Rickenbacker International Airport
United StatesColumbus
Rickenbacker International Airport (KLCK) in Columbus, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 340 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $18,850.
340 live empty legs involving KLCK
Empty-leg demand
Rickenbacker International Airport (KLCK) in Columbus, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 238 of 340 live legs (70%) leave KLCK, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at KLCK are to KVNY (10), from KJWN (8), and to KLAS (7).
Priced empty legs at KLCK center on a median ask of $18,850, with an observed range of $3,200–$152,300 (340 priced listings).
Aircraft mix at KLCK is led by Pilatus PC-24 (Light Jet) (150 legs), with Bombardier Challenger 604, Gulfstream G550 also active.
Key takeaways
- KLCK: 340 live empty legs (238 out / 102 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KLCK: $18,850 (n=340).
- Busiest corridor: to KVNY (10 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Pilatus PC-24 (150 legs, ~44%).
Outbound empty legs leaving KLCK creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 340 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 | 10 | $42,600 |
| Inbound from | KJWNJohn C Tune Airport | 8 | $13,400 |
| Outbound to | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 7 | $28,200 |
| Inbound from | KBXKBuckeye Municipal Airport | 6 | $38,950 |
| Inbound from | KE25Wickenburg Municipal Airport | 6 | $38,800 |
| Inbound from | KSGUSt George Regional Airport | 6 | $38,250 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-24 | Light Jet | 150 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 48 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 27 |
| Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy | Super Midsize Jet | 10 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 8 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- LCK
- ICAO
- KLCK
- City
- Columbus
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 744 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 12,102 ft
- Traffic score
- 5.9 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- rickenbackerinlandport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05R/23L | 12,102 ft | 200 ft | PEM | Yes |
| 05L/23R | 11,937 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 06/24 | 3,244 ft | 60 ft | ASP | No |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KLCK for empty legs?
Rickenbacker International Airport (KLCK) has 340 live empty-leg listings — 238 departing and 102 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KLCK?
The median ask at KLCK is $18,850 across 340 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KLCK?
The strongest live corridor at KLCK is to KVNY (Van Nuys Airport), with 10 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KLCK most often?
The Pilatus PC-24, a Light Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KLCK, with 150 live listings (~44% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Rickenbacker International Airport?
The primary code for Rickenbacker International Airport is KLCK.
Where is KLCK airport located?
Rickenbacker International Airport (KLCK) is in Columbus, United States.
What is the ICAO code for LCK?
The ICAO code for Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is KLCK.
What is the longest runway at KLCK?
The longest runway at Rickenbacker International Airport (KLCK) is 12,102 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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