Empty-leg hub
KPWK — Chicago Executive Airport
United StatesChicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling
Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 696 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $18,650.
696 live empty legs involving KPWK
- Code
- KPWK
- Traffic
- 7.6/10
- Runways
- 3
- Longest
- 5,000 ft
- Live legs
- 696
Empty-leg demand
Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 467 of 696 live legs (67%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KPWK is led by Beechcraft Hawker 900XP (Midsize Jet) (172 legs), with Beechcraft King Air B200, Hawker 900 also active.
The busiest live corridors at KPWK are from KOPF (18), to KMGJ (8), and to KIWA (7).
Priced empty legs at KPWK center on a median ask of $18,650, with an observed range of $3,200–$60,900 (696 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KPWK: 696 live empty legs (229 out / 467 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KPWK: $18,650 (n=696).
- Busiest corridor: from KOPF (18 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Beechcraft Hawker 900XP (172 legs, ~25%).
Inbound repositioning into KPWK creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 696 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 | KOPFMiami-Opa Locka Executive Airport | 18 | $20,800 |
| Outbound to | KMGJOrange County Airport | 8 | $22,700 |
| Outbound to | KIWAMesa Gateway Airport | 7 | $34,800 |
| Outbound to | KSDLScottsdale Airport | 7 | $34,800 |
| Inbound from | KFXEFort Lauderdale Executive Airport | 6 | $23,450 |
| Inbound from | KMKYMarco Island Executive Airport | 5 | $19,200 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Beechcraft Hawker 900XP | Midsize Jet | 172 |
| Beechcraft King Air B200 | Turboprop | 170 |
| Hawker 900 | Midsize Jet | 86 |
| Cessna Citation V | Light Jet | 79 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 15 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- PWK
- ICAO
- KPWK
- City
- Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 647 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 5,000 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.6 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- chiexec.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 5,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 12/30 | 4,386 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 06/24 | 3,660 ft | 50 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KPWK for empty legs?
Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) has 696 live empty-leg listings — 229 departing and 467 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KPWK?
The median ask at KPWK is $18,650 across 696 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KPWK?
The strongest live corridor at KPWK is from KOPF (Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport), with 18 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KPWK most often?
The Beechcraft Hawker 900XP, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KPWK, with 172 live listings (~25% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Chicago Executive Airport?
The primary code for Chicago Executive Airport is KPWK.
Where is KPWK airport located?
Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) is in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States.
What is the ICAO code for PWK?
The ICAO code for Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) is KPWK.
What is the longest runway at KPWK?
The longest runway at Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) is 5,000 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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