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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 401 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $25,100.

401 live empty legs involving KPWK

Code
KPWK
Traffic
7.6/10
Runways
3
Longest
5,000 ft
Live legs
401

Empty-leg demand

Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 362 of 401 live legs (90%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.

Aircraft mix at KPWK is led by Beechcraft Hawker 900XP (Midsize Jet) (85 legs), with Bombardier Global 6000, Gulfstream G550 also active.

Repositioning into KPWK is concentrated from KRDM, KOPF, KONO.

Priced empty legs at KPWK center on a median ask of $25,100, with an observed range of $3,200–$79,500 (401 priced listings).

Key takeaways

  • KPWK: 401 live empty legs (39 out / 362 in), according to EmptyJet.
  • Median priced ask at KPWK: $25,100 (n=401).
  • Busiest corridor: from KRDM (35 legs).
  • Most common aircraft: Beechcraft Hawker 900XP (85 legs, ~21%).

Inbound repositioning into KPWK creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 401 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.

Live empty-leg corridors

DirectionAirportLive listingsMedian ask
Inbound fromKRDMRoberts Field35$37,900
Inbound fromKOPFMiami-Opa Locka Executive Airport15$20,800
Inbound fromKONOOntario Municipal Airport14$33,350
Inbound fromKPWMPortland International Jetport8$27,400
Outbound toKVNYVan Nuys Airport8$35,050
Inbound fromWS33Storytown Airfield8$12,600

Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.

Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings

AircraftCategoryLive listings
Beechcraft Hawker 900XPMidsize Jet85
Bombardier Global 6000Ultra Long Range52
Gulfstream G550Ultra Long Range19
Bombardier Challenger 604Heavy Jet18
Learjet 60Midsize Jet17

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
Official site
chiexec.com

Runways

RunwayLengthWidthSurfaceLighted
16/345,000 ft150 ftASPYes
12/304,386 ft75 ftASPYes
06/243,660 ft50 ftASPYes

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FAQ

How active is KPWK for empty legs?

Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) has 401 live empty-leg listings — 39 departing and 362 arriving, according to EmptyJet.

What is a typical empty-leg price at KPWK?

The median ask at KPWK is $25,100 across 401 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 KRDM (Roberts Field), with 35 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 85 live listings (~21% 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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