Empty-leg hub
KBRD — Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
United StatesBrainerd
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (KBRD) in Brainerd, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 342 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $20,500.
342 live empty legs involving KBRD
- Code
- KBRD
- Traffic
- 5.9/10
- Runways
- 4
- Longest
- 6,500 ft
- Live legs
- 342
Empty-leg demand
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (KBRD) in Brainerd, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 133 outbound and 209 inbound across 342 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KBRD center on a median ask of $20,500, with an observed range of $100–$37,400 (342 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KBRD are to KHWD (4), from CYVR (2), and from CYXC (2).
Aircraft mix at KBRD is led by Cessna Citation X (Super Midsize Jet) (125 legs), with Cessna Citation Longitude, Learjet 60 also active.
Key takeaways
- KBRD: 342 live empty legs (133 out / 209 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KBRD: $20,500 (n=342).
- Busiest corridor: to KHWD (4 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Cessna Citation X (125 legs, ~37%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KBRD creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 342 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 | KHWDHayward Executive Airport | 4 | $29,800 |
| Inbound from | CYVRVancouver International Airport | 2 | $31,200 |
| Inbound from | CYXCCranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport | 2 | $26,200 |
| Inbound from | K4S3Joseph State Airport | 2 | $27,600 |
| Inbound from | K65SBoundary County Airport | 2 | $26,500 |
| Inbound from | KALWWalla Walla Regional Airport | 2 | $28,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation X | Super Midsize Jet | 125 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | Super Midsize Jet | 88 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 67 |
| Beechcraft Hawker 900XP | Midsize Jet | 18 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 18 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- BRD
- ICAO
- KBRD
- City
- Brainerd
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 1,232 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 6,500 ft
- Traffic score
- 5.9 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- brainerdairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 6,500 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 16/34 | 6,500 ft | 150 ft | CONC-E | No |
| 12/30 | 4,080 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 01/19 | 2,800 ft | 75 ft | ASP | No |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KBRD for empty legs?
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (KBRD) has 342 live empty-leg listings — 133 departing and 209 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KBRD?
The median ask at KBRD is $20,500 across 342 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KBRD?
The strongest live corridor at KBRD is to KHWD (Hayward Executive Airport), with 4 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KBRD most often?
The Cessna Citation X, a Super Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KBRD, with 125 live listings (~37% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport?
The primary code for Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport is KBRD.
Where is KBRD airport located?
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (KBRD) is in Brainerd, United States.
What is the ICAO code for BRD?
The ICAO code for Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) is KBRD.
What is the longest runway at KBRD?
The longest runway at Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (KBRD) is 6,500 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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