Empty-leg hub
KNEW — Lakefront Airport
United StatesNew Orleans
Lakefront Airport (KNEW) in New Orleans, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 536 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $11,800.
536 live empty legs involving KNEW
Empty-leg demand
Lakefront Airport (KNEW) in New Orleans, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 386 of 536 live legs (72%) leave KNEW, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at KNEW are to KVNY (6), from KOPF (3), and to KAUS (2).
Priced empty legs at KNEW center on a median ask of $11,800, with an observed range of $2,021–$132,600 (536 priced listings).
Beechcraft King Air 200 (Turboprop) dominates empty-leg capacity at KNEW, accounting for about 85% of live inventory (458 of 536 legs).
Key takeaways
- KNEW: 536 live empty legs (386 out / 150 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KNEW: $11,800 (n=536).
- Busiest corridor: to KVNY (6 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Beechcraft King Air 200 (458 legs, ~85%).
Outbound empty legs leaving KNEW creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 536 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 | 6 | $34,100 |
| Inbound from | KOPFMiami-Opa Locka Executive Airport | 3 | $18,300 |
| Outbound to | KAUSAustin Bergstrom International Airport | 2 | $10,640 |
| Inbound from | KCHAChattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) | 2 | $6,919 |
| Outbound to | KCHAChattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) | 2 | $6,919 |
| Outbound to | KECPNorthwest Florida Beaches International Airport | 2 | $4,132 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Beechcraft King Air 200 | Turboprop | 458 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 19 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign+ | Super Midsize Jet | 14 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 9 |
| Gulfstream GIV-SP | Heavy Jet | 8 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- NEW
- ICAO
- KNEW
- City
- New Orleans
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 8 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 6,880 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.0 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- lakefrontairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18R/36L | 6,880 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 18L/36R | 3,697 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 09/27 | 3,113 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KNEW for empty legs?
Lakefront Airport (KNEW) has 536 live empty-leg listings — 386 departing and 150 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KNEW?
The median ask at KNEW is $11,800 across 536 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KNEW?
The strongest live corridor at KNEW is to KVNY (Van Nuys Airport), with 6 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KNEW most often?
The Beechcraft King Air 200, a Turboprop, is the most common model on empty legs at KNEW, with 458 live listings (~85% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Lakefront Airport?
The primary code for Lakefront Airport is KNEW.
Where is KNEW airport located?
Lakefront Airport (KNEW) is in New Orleans, United States.
What is the ICAO code for NEW?
The ICAO code for Lakefront Airport (NEW) is KNEW.
What is the longest runway at KNEW?
The longest runway at Lakefront Airport (KNEW) is 6,880 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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