Empty-leg hub
KTYS — McGhee Tyson Airport
United StatesAlcoa
McGhee Tyson Airport (KTYS) in Alcoa, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 996 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $9,300.
996 live empty legs involving KTYS
- Code
- KTYS
- Traffic
- 8.0/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 9,005 ft
- Live legs
- 996
Empty-leg demand
McGhee Tyson Airport (KTYS) in Alcoa, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 519 outbound and 477 inbound across 996 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KTYS center on a median ask of $9,300, with an observed range of $2,202–$147,600 (996 priced listings).
Empty legs leaving KTYS concentrate toward KSAT, KMCI, KSAN.
Aircraft mix at KTYS is led by Beechcraft King Air 250 (Turboprop) (467 legs), with Beechcraft King Air B200, Learjet 60 also active.
Key takeaways
- KTYS: 996 live empty legs (519 out / 477 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KTYS: $9,300 (n=996).
- Busiest corridor: to KSAT (9 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Beechcraft King Air 250 (467 legs, ~47%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KTYS creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 996 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 | KSATSan Antonio International Airport | 9 | $22,600 |
| Outbound to | KMCIKansas City International Airport | 8 | $14,950 |
| Outbound to | KSANSan Diego International Airport | 6 | $32,850 |
| Inbound from | KFLLFort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport | 5 | $15,000 |
| Outbound to | KFLLFort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport | 5 | $11,600 |
| Inbound from | KLNAPalm Beach County Park Airport | 5 | $11,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Beechcraft King Air 250 | Turboprop | 467 |
| Beechcraft King Air B200 | Turboprop | 384 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 15 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 10 |
| Gulfstream G200 | Midsize Jet | 9 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- TYS
- ICAO
- KTYS
- City
- Alcoa
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 981 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 9,005 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.0 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05L/23R | 9,005 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 05R/23L | 9,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KTYS for empty legs?
McGhee Tyson Airport (KTYS) has 996 live empty-leg listings — 519 departing and 477 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KTYS?
The median ask at KTYS is $9,300 across 996 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KTYS?
The strongest live corridor at KTYS is to KSAT (San Antonio International Airport), with 9 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KTYS most often?
The Beechcraft King Air 250, a Turboprop, is the most common model on empty legs at KTYS, with 467 live listings (~47% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for McGhee Tyson Airport?
The primary code for McGhee Tyson Airport is KTYS.
Where is KTYS airport located?
McGhee Tyson Airport (KTYS) is in Alcoa, United States.
What is the ICAO code for TYS?
The ICAO code for McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is KTYS.
What is the longest runway at KTYS?
The longest runway at McGhee Tyson Airport (KTYS) is 9,005 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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