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 600 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $18,200.
600 live empty legs involving KPWK
Empty-leg demand
Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 433 of 600 live legs (72%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KPWK is led by Hawker 900XP (Midsize Jet) (153 legs), with Cessna Citation V, Cessna Citation CJ3 also active.
Repositioning into KPWK is concentrated from KBDG, KLAS, UT99.
Priced empty legs at KPWK center on a median ask of $18,200, with an observed range of $2,498–$128,300 (600 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KPWK: 600 live empty legs (167 out / 433 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KPWK: $18,200 (n=600).
- Busiest corridor: from KBDG (7 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Hawker 900XP (153 legs, ~26%).
Inbound repositioning into KPWK creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 600 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 | KBDGBlanding Municipal Airport | 7 | $31,100 |
| Inbound from | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 7 | $36,500 |
| Inbound from | UT99West Desert Airpark | 7 | $28,700 |
| Outbound to | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 6 | $33,900 |
| Inbound from | KSOWShow Low Regional Airport | 6 | $31,400 |
| Outbound to | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 6 | $38,400 |
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 | 153 |
| Cessna Citation V | Light Jet | 108 |
| Cessna Citation CJ3 | Light Jet | 80 |
| Gulfstream GIV | Heavy Jet | 52 |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 34 |
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 600 live empty-leg listings — 167 departing and 433 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KPWK?
The median ask at KPWK is $18,200 across 600 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 KBDG (Blanding Municipal Airport), with 7 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KPWK most often?
The Hawker 900XP, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KPWK, with 153 live listings (~26% 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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