Blue Grass Airport (LEX) | Private Jet Hub Near Lexington

Blue Grass at a Glance

Blue Grass Airport (KLEX) is the commercial-service and private aviation gateway to Lexington, Kentucky, sitting six miles west of downtown across from Keeneland Race Course in the heart of thoroughbred country. The field has two runways — primary 4/22 at 7,003 feet of asphalt and crosswind 9/27 at 4,000 feet of concrete — a control tower, and on-site U.S. Customs (CBP) for international arrivals. Signature Aviation is the sole FBO. The 7,003-foot runway handles the full range of business jets.

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Blue Grass Airport, 4000 Terminal Dr, Lexington, KY 40510

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Blue Grass Airport
ICAO Code	KLEX
IATA Code	LEX
FAA Identifier	LEX
Address	4000 Terminal Dr, Lexington, KY 40510
Elevation	979 ft MSL
Coordinates	38.0365° N, 84.6059° W
Owner / Operator	Lexington-Fayette Urban County Airport Board
Phone	+1-859-425-3100
FAA Data	AirNav LEX

Operations & Facilities
Runways	04/22: 7,004 ft (Asphalt) 09/27: 4,000 ft (Concrete)
FBOs	Signature Flight Support
Customs	Yes — U.S. Customs
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	118.1
Weight Limit	None; full air-carrier runway
Annual Operations	55,000+

Runways & Approaches

Blue Grass Airport operates two runways. The primary, Runway 4/22, is 7,003 feet of asphalt and serves the airport's commercial airline traffic and the full spectrum of business jets — from light jets up through large-cabin aircraft such as the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global series under most temperature and weight conditions. The crosswind Runway 9/27 measures 4,000 feet of concrete (opened in 2010) and provides alignment flexibility for smaller aircraft when winds favor it.

Approaches include a precision ILS plus RNAV (GPS) and VOR procedures, backed by a full-time air traffic control tower. At a field elevation of 979 feet MSL, density-altitude effects stay modest, and the 7,003-foot primary runway leaves comfortable margins for hot-day and high-gross-weight departures. Both runway ends are equipped with EMAS (Engineered Material Arresting System) overrun beds for added safety.

FBOs & Ground Services

Full-service fixed-base operators handle private traffic here, offering Jet-A, hangarage, customs coordination, and concierge ground transportation. Arrange handling in advance for peak-season and after-hours arrivals.

Signature Aviation (Signature Flight Support)

The sole FBO at KLEX, formerly TAC Air, offering a 12,000-square-foot private terminal with VIP lounge, conference rooms, theater, showers and pilot sleep rooms. Full Jet-A and 100LL fueling, ground handling, hangar space, and customs coordination. Located at 4308 Hangar Drive.

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Aircraft Registered in LEXINGTON (200)

200 aircraft are registered to owners in LEXINGTON, KY according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 200. Track live flights from LEX →

N103AA

AVIAT AIRCRAFT INC A-1B · 2007

N107GG

BELL 206B · 1980

N1089E

RAYTHEON AIRCRAFT COMPANY A36 · 1996

N1114F

CESSNA 172G · 1966

N11456

WACO RNF

N117LF

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR20 · 2012

N1240V

CESSNA R172K · 1976

N13100

CESSNA 172M · 1973

N134CB

BEECH 56TC · 1967

N136BD

HENRY HOLLIS B RV-8 · 2007

N136RK

BEECHCRAFT CORP G36 · 2015

N13821

CESSNA 172M · 1974

N143E

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR22 · 2012

N146W

WOLFE RANDY L SWICK T · 2014

N150CC

BOFUS AVIATION LLC CCX-1865 · 2023

N157BA

BEECH A36 · 1986

N161TF

PIPER AIRCRAFT INC PA-28-181 · 2022

N1720B

BOEING B75N1

N173SK

CESSNA 172N

N18333

BEECH E-55 · 1977

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Signature Flight Support	$5.20 – $6.40/gal	Primary FBO — Horse Capital

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet (up to 12,500 lbs)	$30 – $75
Midsize Jet (12,500–25,000 lbs)	$75 – $150
Super-Mid Jet (25,000–45,000 lbs)	$150 – $250
Heavy Jet (45,000+ lbs)	$250 – $400

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Blue Grass Airport (KLEX/LEX) is owned and operated by the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Airport Board and serves central and eastern Kentucky with both scheduled commercial service and a robust private aviation operation. Set six miles west of downtown Lexington and directly across from Keeneland Race Course, it is the de facto airport of horse country and the bourbon trade, surrounded by the region's iconic thoroughbred farms.

Runway Capability

The primary Runway 4/22 spans 7,003 feet of asphalt, enough for the full range of business jets including super-midsize and large-cabin types under typical conditions. The crosswind Runway 9/27 adds 4,000 feet of concrete. With an ILS, RNAV approaches, a control tower, and a 979-foot field elevation, KLEX is an all-weather, all-jets operation rather than a limited light-GA field.

Charter Considerations

Demand at Lexington spikes around marquee events — Keeneland's spring and fall race meets, the Kentucky Derby weekend (with Louisville roughly an hour away), and distillery tourism along the Bourbon Trail. During these windows, ramp space and FBO slots tighten and repositioning costs rise. Booking early and confirming parking with Signature is advisable for event travel.

Customs & International Arrivals

KLEX has on-airport U.S. Customs and Border Protection, so international flights can clear directly at Lexington rather than diverting to another gateway. Advance notice and eAPIS filing are required; coordinate arrival timing through Signature and CBP (859-233-0508) ahead of any international leg.

Safety & Planning

Both runway ends carry EMAS arresting beds, and the towered, instrument-equipped environment supports reliable scheduling. Central Kentucky weather brings four distinct seasons: winter frontal passages and occasional freezing precipitation can drop ceilings to IFR minimums, while summer convection peaks in the late afternoon. Morning departures generally offer the smoothest conditions and best performance.

Regional Context

Lexington sits within easy reach of Louisville (SDF), Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG), and a dense network of Kentucky GA fields. For private travelers, KLEX is the natural choice for the Bluegrass region — combining a full-length air-carrier runway, customs, and a single full-service FBO with proximity to downtown, the University of Kentucky, Keeneland, and the surrounding horse farms.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of Blue Grass Airport. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

Lucas Field

79KY · 10 NM from KLEX

Coal Field

64KY · 12 NM from KLEX

Georgetown-Scott County Airport

K27K · 15 NM from KLEX

Capital City Airport

KFFT · 17 NM from KLEX

Frequently Asked Questions

The airport code for Blue Grass Airport is KLEX. This identifier appears on sectional charts, in the Airport/Facility Directory, and in electronic flight planning tools.

Blue Grass Airport is situated in Lexington, KY, at coordinates 38.0365° N, 84.6059° W. Field elevation is 979 feet above mean sea level.

Blue Grass Airport has 2 runways. The primary, Runway 4/22, is 7,003 feet long and surfaced in asphalt. The crosswind runway, 9/27, is 4,000 feet of concrete. The 7,003-foot main runway supports scheduled airline service and the full range of business jets.

Yes. KLEX is a full commercial-service airport, and its 7,003-foot primary runway accommodates everything from light jets to large-cabin aircraft such as the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global under most conditions. With a control tower, ILS approach, and on-site customs, it handles all categories of private jet traffic.

Yes. Signature Aviation (formerly TAC Air) is the sole FBO at KLEX, with a 12,000-square-foot private terminal offering Jet-A and 100LL fuel, ground handling, hangar space, a VIP lounge, conference rooms, and pilot facilities. It is located at 4308 Hangar Drive; reach the FBO at 859-255-7724.

979 feet MSL. Blue Grass Airport's elevation is a consideration for performance planning. Standard atmospheric deviations can push density altitude higher than field elevation on warm days.

Yes. KLEX is served by a precision ILS approach to Runway 22, plus RNAV (GPS) and VOR procedures, and operates a full-time air traffic control tower. This makes the airport reliable for all-weather private and commercial operations.

Charter a private flight from Blue Grass Airport through The Jet Finder. The 7,003-foot runway, customs, and Signature FBO support any aircraft from light jets to large-cabin types. We connect you directly to FAA Part 135 operators — no middleman.

With a 7,003-foot primary runway, KLEX handles the full spectrum of aircraft — piston singles, turboprops (King Air, PC-12), light and midsize jets (Citation, Phenom), super-midsize and large-cabin jets (Challenger, Gulfstream G650, Global), and regional airliners. It is not a length-limited field.

Yes. Blue Grass Airport has a full-time air traffic control tower (operating on 119.1). It is a controlled, commercial-service airport with radar coverage, not a non-towered field.

Both Jet-A and 100LL avgas are available at KLEX through Signature Aviation, the on-field FBO. Fueling is offered as part of full ground-handling service; contact Signature for current pricing and to arrange uplift before arrival.

Yes. Blue Grass Airport has on-site U.S. Customs and Border Protection, so international flights can clear directly at Lexington. Advance notice and eAPIS filing are required — coordinate timing through Signature and CBP (859-233-0508), and The Jet Finder can assist with routing.

Real-time weather for Blue Grass Airport (KLEX) is available through METAR reports on aviationweather.gov. KY experiences varied conditions throughout the year — plan accordingly for seasonal weather events.

Blue Grass Airport is about 6 miles west of downtown Lexington — roughly a 15-minute drive. It sits directly across from Keeneland Race Course and within easy reach of the University of Kentucky and the surrounding horse farms. FBO car service and rideshare are readily available.

Transient aircraft parking at KLEX is available through the on-field operator. Blue Grass Airport typically provides tiedown space on the ramp. Hangar availability and rates vary — inquire before arrival.

The Jet Finder provides personalized charter quotes from Blue Grass Airport. Submit your trip details at thejetfinder.com/contact.html — departure date, destination, party size. No obligation. We match KLEX's runway to the right aircraft.

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