Empty-leg hub
KOSU — The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field
United StatesColumbus
The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (KOSU) in Columbus, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 345 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $14,600.
345 live empty legs involving KOSU
- Code
- KOSU
- Traffic
- 6.9/10
- Runways
- 4
- Longest
- 5,004 ft
- Live legs
- 345
Empty-leg demand
The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (KOSU) in Columbus, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 166 outbound and 179 inbound across 345 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KOSU center on a median ask of $14,600, with an observed range of $4,137–$151,200 (345 priced listings).
Repositioning into KOSU is concentrated from KAPF, KBDG, KFXE.
Aircraft mix at KOSU is led by Cessna Citation XLS (Midsize Jet) (132 legs), with Hawker 900, Bombardier Challenger 605 also active.
Key takeaways
- KOSU: 345 live empty legs (166 out / 179 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KOSU: $14,600 (n=345).
- Busiest corridor: from KAPF (6 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Cessna Citation XLS (132 legs, ~38%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KOSU creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 345 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 | KAPFNaples Municipal Airport | 6 | $18,550 |
| Inbound from | KBDGBlanding Municipal Airport | 4 | $35,300 |
| Inbound from | KFXEFort Lauderdale Executive Airport | 4 | $26,800 |
| Outbound to | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 4 | $51,900 |
| Inbound from | KLNAPalm Beach County Park Airport | 4 | $14,800 |
| Inbound from | KOPFMiami-Opa Locka Executive Airport | 4 | $17,300 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS | Midsize Jet | 132 |
| Hawker 900 | Midsize Jet | 87 |
| Bombardier Challenger 605 | Heavy Jet | 11 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 9 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 9 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- OSU
- ICAO
- KOSU
- City
- Columbus
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 905 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 5,004 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.9 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- osuairport.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09R/27L | 5,004 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 05/23 | 3,555 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 14/32 | 3,438 ft | 100 ft | ASP | No |
| 09L/27R | 2,994 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KOSU for empty legs?
The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (KOSU) has 345 live empty-leg listings — 166 departing and 179 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KOSU?
The median ask at KOSU is $14,600 across 345 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KOSU?
The strongest live corridor at KOSU is from KAPF (Naples Municipal Airport), with 6 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KOSU most often?
The Cessna Citation XLS, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KOSU, with 132 live listings (~38% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field?
The primary code for The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field is KOSU.
Where is KOSU airport located?
The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (KOSU) is in Columbus, United States.
What is the ICAO code for OSU?
The ICAO code for The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (OSU) is KOSU.
What is the longest runway at KOSU?
The longest runway at The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (KOSU) is 5,004 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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