Empty-leg hub
KYIP — Willow Run Airport
United StatesDetroit
Willow Run Airport (KYIP) in Detroit, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 330 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $17,550.
330 live empty legs involving KYIP
- Code
- KYIP
- Traffic
- 6.7/10
- Runways
- 5
- Longest
- 7,526 ft
- Live legs
- 330
Empty-leg demand
Willow Run Airport (KYIP) in Detroit, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 157 outbound and 173 inbound across 330 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KYIP center on a median ask of $17,550, with an observed range of $3,200–$73,400 (330 priced listings).
Repositioning into KYIP is concentrated from KSRQ, KAPF, KBDG.
Aircraft mix at KYIP is led by Learjet 60 (Midsize Jet) (134 legs), with Beechcraft Hawker 900XP, Bombardier Challenger 604 also active.
Key takeaways
- KYIP: 330 live empty legs (157 out / 173 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KYIP: $17,550 (n=330).
- Busiest corridor: from KSRQ (5 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Learjet 60 (134 legs, ~41%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KYIP creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 330 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 | KSRQSarasota Bradenton International Airport | 5 | $18,200 |
| Inbound from | KAPFNaples Municipal Airport | 4 | $20,700 |
| Inbound from | KBDGBlanding Municipal Airport | 4 | $35,050 |
| Inbound from | KHOUWilliam P Hobby Airport | 4 | $21,850 |
| Inbound from | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 4 | $42,750 |
| Outbound to | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 4 | $51,450 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 134 |
| Beechcraft Hawker 900XP | Midsize Jet | 69 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 12 |
| Dassault Falcon 50EX | Large Jet | 12 |
| Bombardier Challenger 605 | Heavy Jet | 10 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- YIP
- ICAO
- KYIP
- City
- Detroit
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 716 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 5
- Longest runway
- 7,526 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.7 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05R/23L | 7,526 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 09L/27R | 7,294 ft | 160 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 14/32 | 6,914 ft | 160 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 05L/23R | 6,655 ft | 160 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 09R/27L | 6,511 ft | 160 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KYIP for empty legs?
Willow Run Airport (KYIP) has 330 live empty-leg listings — 157 departing and 173 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KYIP?
The median ask at KYIP is $17,550 across 330 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KYIP?
The strongest live corridor at KYIP is from KSRQ (Sarasota Bradenton International Airport), with 5 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KYIP most often?
The Learjet 60, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KYIP, with 134 live listings (~41% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Willow Run Airport?
The primary code for Willow Run Airport is KYIP.
Where is KYIP airport located?
Willow Run Airport (KYIP) is in Detroit, United States.
What is the ICAO code for YIP?
The ICAO code for Willow Run Airport (YIP) is KYIP.
What is the longest runway at KYIP?
The longest runway at Willow Run Airport (KYIP) is 7,526 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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