Empty-leg hub
KSMD — Smith Field
United StatesFort Wayne
Smith Field (KSMD) in Fort Wayne, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 221 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $27,700.
221 live empty legs involving KSMD
- Code
- KSMD
- Traffic
- 5.3/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 3,126 ft
- Live legs
- 221
Empty-leg demand
Smith Field (KSMD) in Fort Wayne, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 120 outbound and 101 inbound across 221 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KSMD center on a median ask of $27,700, with an observed range of $3,200–$78,400 (221 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KSMD are to KVNY (8), from KBXK (7), and from KE25 (7).
Aircraft mix at KSMD is led by Cessna Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) (82 legs), with Bombardier Challenger 604, Gulfstream G550 also active.
Key takeaways
- KSMD: 221 live empty legs (120 out / 101 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KSMD: $27,700 (n=221).
- Busiest corridor: to KVNY (8 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Cessna Citation XLS+ (82 legs, ~37%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KSMD creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 221 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 | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 8 | $36,950 |
| Inbound from | KBXKBuckeye Municipal Airport | 7 | $36,400 |
| Inbound from | KE25Wickenburg Municipal Airport | 7 | $36,300 |
| Inbound from | KE63Gila Bend Municipal Airport | 7 | $36,700 |
| Inbound from | KSGUSt George Regional Airport | 7 | $35,600 |
| Inbound from | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 7 | $42,600 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 82 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 24 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 20 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 15 |
| Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy | Super Midsize Jet | 7 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- SMD
- ICAO
- KSMD
- City
- Fort Wayne
- Country
- United States
- Type
- small airport
- Elevation
- 835 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 3,126 ft
- Traffic score
- 5.3 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- fwairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 3,126 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 13/31 | 2,922 ft | 60 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KSMD for empty legs?
Smith Field (KSMD) has 221 live empty-leg listings — 120 departing and 101 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KSMD?
The median ask at KSMD is $27,700 across 221 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KSMD?
The strongest live corridor at KSMD is to KVNY (Van Nuys Airport), with 8 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KSMD most often?
The Cessna Citation XLS+, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KSMD, with 82 live listings (~37% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Smith Field?
The primary code for Smith Field is KSMD.
Where is KSMD airport located?
Smith Field (KSMD) is in Fort Wayne, United States.
What is the ICAO code for SMD?
The ICAO code for Smith Field (SMD) is KSMD.
What is the longest runway at KSMD?
The longest runway at Smith Field (KSMD) is 3,126 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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