Empty-leg hub
KPMD — Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport
United StatesPalmdale
Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport (KPMD) in Palmdale, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 816 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $18,900.
816 live empty legs involving KPMD
Empty-leg demand
Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport (KPMD) in Palmdale, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 740 of 816 live legs (91%) leave KPMD, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at KPMD are from KBOI (8), to KBOI (6), and from KTEB (5).
Priced empty legs at KPMD center on a median ask of $18,900, with an observed range of $3,200–$75,700 (816 priced listings).
Hawker 900XP (Midsize Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at KPMD, accounting for about 87% of live inventory (708 of 816 legs).
Key takeaways
- KPMD: 816 live empty legs (740 out / 76 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KPMD: $18,900 (n=816).
- Busiest corridor: from KBOI (8 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Hawker 900XP (708 legs, ~87%).
Outbound empty legs leaving KPMD creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 816 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 | KBOIBoise Air Terminal/Gowen Field | 8 | $9,100 |
| Outbound to | KBOIBoise Air Terminal/Gowen Field | 6 | $9,550 |
| Inbound from | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 5 | $55,900 |
| Outbound to | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 5 | $53,200 |
| Outbound to | CYYCCalgary International Airport | 4 | $18,000 |
| Outbound to | KMSYLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport | 3 | $22,000 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Hawker 900XP | Midsize Jet | 708 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 17 |
| Pilatus PC-12 | Turboprop | 14 |
| Hawker 850XP | Midsize Jet | 13 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 7 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- PMD
- ICAO
- KPMD
- City
- Palmdale
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 2,543 ft
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 12,002 ft
- Traffic score
- 4.9 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 12,002 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 04/22 | 12,001 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 072/252 | 6,000 ft | 75 ft | CONC-E | No |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KPMD for empty legs?
Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport (KPMD) has 816 live empty-leg listings — 740 departing and 76 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KPMD?
The median ask at KPMD is $18,900 across 816 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KPMD?
The strongest live corridor at KPMD is from KBOI (Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field), with 8 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KPMD most often?
The Hawker 900XP, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KPMD, with 708 live listings (~87% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport?
The primary code for Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport is KPMD.
Where is KPMD airport located?
Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport (KPMD) is in Palmdale, United States.
What is the ICAO code for PMD?
The ICAO code for Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport (PMD) is KPMD.
What is the longest runway at KPMD?
The longest runway at Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport (KPMD) is 12,002 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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