Boise Airport (BOI) | Private Jet Hub Near Boise

Boise at a Glance

Boise Airport (KBOI/BOI), owned by the City of Boise and co-located with Gowen Field, is Idaho's busiest airport and the state's primary business-aviation gateway. It operates two parallel runways: 10L/28R at 10,001 ft (asphalt) and 10R/28L at 9,763 ft (concrete), both supporting the full range of business jets. The field sits at 2,871 ft MSL, is fully towered, and hosts two business-jet FBOs (Jackson Jet Center and Western Aircraft). U.S. Customs is available, and the airport runs 24/7 with ILS, RNAV, and VOR approaches.

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Boise Airport, 3201 Airport Way, Boise, ID 83705

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Boise Airport
ICAO Code	KBOI
IATA Code	BOI
FAA Identifier	BOI
Address	3201 Airport Way, Boise, ID 83705
Elevation	2,871 ft MSL
Coordinates	43.5644° N, 116.2228° W
Owner / Operator	City of Boise
Phone	+1-208-972-8300
FAA Data	AirNav BOI

Operations & Facilities
Runways	10L/28R: 10,001 ft (Asphalt) 10R/28L: 9,763 ft (Concrete)
FBOs	Jackson Jet Center
Customs	Yes — U.S. Customs
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	118.9 / 124.8
Weight Limit	None published
Annual Operations	100,000+

Runways & Approaches

Boise Airport operates two long parallel runways. The primary, 10L/28R, measures 10,001 ft of asphalt, while the parallel 10R/28L provides 9,763 ft of concrete. Both are 150 ft wide and easily accommodate the entire spectrum of business aviation, from light jets through ultra-long-range heavy jets such as the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global 7500. The dual-runway layout gives crews crosswind flexibility and redundancy during maintenance or snow operations.

Approach capability is robust, with ILS, RNAV (GPS), and VOR procedures serving the field alongside visual approaches. At 2,871 ft field elevation, summer afternoon density altitude is a planning factor for high-gross-weight departures, but the runway length leaves comfortable performance margins; early-morning departures further maximize payload on hot days.

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.

Jackson Jet Center

Full-service FBO on the airport's north side, roughly three miles from downtown Boise. Offers a private passenger lounge, conference rooms, 140,000 sq ft of hangar space (28-ft door clearance), Jet-A and 100LL, and an in-house Textron-authorized service center. U.S. Customs (Remote Services Port) is coordinated here.

Western Aircraft

Full-service Avfuel-network FBO and the field's largest fuel supplier, pumping over 18 million gallons annually. Provides line service, hangar storage, and is an authorized Pilatus and Dassault Falcon service center, plus a certified repair station for a wide range of business aircraft.

Charter a Jet from Boise Airport

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The Jet Finder coordinates charter flights from Boise Airport. Tell us your destination, dates, and passenger count. We source aircraft from FAA Part 135 operators matched to KBOI's runway and facilities.

Aircraft Registered in BOISE (590)

590 aircraft are registered to owners in BOISE, ID according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 590. Track live flights from BOI →

N1004M

CESSNA 172L · 1970

N10073

CESSNA 150L · 1973

N101GV

CESSNA 172S · 1998

N101T

MOONEY M20C · 1964

N1048E

BELLANCA 7GCAA · 1977

N104PS

TEXTRON AVIATION INC T206H · 2019

N1055R

APOLLO AIRCRAFT INC MONSOON · 2008

N1056E

BELLANCA 7GCBC · 1977

N105CP

BALONY KUBICEK SPOL SRO BB30Z

N106FS

DEHAVILLAND DHC-2 MK. I(L20A) · 1952

N10807

SMITH MAX E TITAN TORNADO TWO · 1996

N109RS

CESSNA TU206G

N10CL

STINSON 108-2 · 1947

N10DU

PIPER PA-18-150 · 1974

N10RZ

ISRAEL AEROSPACE INDUSTRIESLTD GULFSTREAM G150 · 2008

N110Z

SHORT BROS SD3-60 SHERPA · 1984

N111BE

CHAMPION 7GCBC · 1970

N111EZ

CESSNA 185C · 1964

N111Z

CESSNA TU206F

N1121E

RUSCITO JOSEPH KITFOX S7 SUPER SPRT · 2019

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Jackson Jet Center	$5.00 – $6.20/gal	Primary FBO — award-winning

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet (up to 12,500 lbs)	$35 – $80
Midsize Jet (12,500–25,000 lbs)	$80 – $175
Super-Mid Jet (25,000–45,000 lbs)	$175 – $300
Heavy Jet (45,000+ lbs)	$300 – $500

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Boise Airport (KBOI), also known as Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field, is owned and operated by the City of Boise and is Idaho's busiest airport. It serves the Treasure Valley with commercial airline service, an Idaho Air National Guard presence at Gowen Field, and a substantial general-aviation and business-jet community. For private operators, KBOI offers full-service ground handling, customs, and 24/7 access just three miles from downtown Boise.

Runway Capability

The airport's two parallel runways, 10L/28R at 10,001 ft and 10R/28L at 9,763 ft, place KBOI firmly in the full-capability category. Light jets, midsize and super-midsize jets, and heavy ultra-long-range aircraft including the Gulfstream G650, Bombardier Global 7500, and Boeing BBJ can operate here under normal conditions, with ample margin for hot-and-high performance planning at the 2,871 ft field elevation.

Charter Considerations

When chartering from Boise Airport, round-trip itineraries avoid the repositioning (empty-leg) fee that one-way charters incur. Because Boise is a meaningful business and government-travel market, repositioning aircraft pass through KBOI regularly, so The Jet Finder can often source one-way flights at reduced empty-leg premiums. Both on-field FBOs offer competitive contract-fuel programs that influence trip cost.

Customs & International Operations

Boise is a designated landing-rights airport with U.S. Customs and Border Protection service coordinated through Jackson Jet Center's Remote Services Port. Operators should file eAPIS and provide advance notice (typically three hours) before international arrivals; CBP staffed hours are limited, so confirm timing in advance. The Jet Finder assists with eAPIS filing and customs coordination for KBOI arrivals and departures.

Safety & Planning

The Jet Finder sources charter aircraft exclusively from FAA Part 135 certified operators. Every crew operating from Boise meets federal duty-time, rest, and recurrency requirements, and we verify operator certifications, audit history, and insurance before presenting any option. KBOI is fully towered with published instrument approaches, supporting reliable IFR scheduling year-round.

Seasonal & Operational Factors

Boise sits in high-desert terrain with cold, snowy winters and hot, dry summers. Winter frontal passages can drop ceilings to IFR minimums and require de-icing, while summer afternoon density altitude at 2,871 ft MSL affects high-gross-weight departure performance. Early-morning departures maximize payload on warm days. The dual-runway layout provides crosswind flexibility and operational redundancy during snow removal.

Regional Context

KBOI is the dominant business-aviation field in southwest Idaho. Nearby alternates and overflow options include Treasure Valley Executive Airport at Caldwell (KEUL, ~19 NM) and Nampa Municipal (KMAN, ~13 NM), though neither matches Boise's runway length, customs, or FBO depth. For operators serving the Boise metro, KBOI is the practical choice for jet-category aircraft.

Nearby Airports

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

Nampa Municipal Airport

none · 13 NM from KBOI

Nampa Municipal Airport

KMAN · 13 NM from KBOI

Foster Field - Dzone Skydiving Airport

ID92 · 16 NM from KBOI

Treasure Valley Executive Airport at Caldwell

KEUL · 19 NM from KBOI

Frequently Asked Questions

Boise Airport is designated KBOI in the FAA system. Pilots and dispatchers use this code for flight planning, weather briefings, and NOTAMs associated with the airport.

Boise Airport is situated in Boise, ID, at coordinates 43.5644° N, 116.2228° W. Field elevation is 2,871 feet above mean sea level.

Boise Airport has two parallel runways. The longest, 10L/28R, measures 10,001 feet with an asphalt surface; the parallel 10R/28L provides 9,763 feet of concrete. Both are 150 feet wide and support the full range of business jets up to heavy, ultra-long-range types.

Yes. Boise Airport (KBOI) is a full-capability jet airport. Its primary runway offers 10,001 feet, enough for everything from light jets through heavy ultra-long-range aircraft such as the Gulfstream G650 and Global 7500 under normal conditions.

Boise Airport has two business-jet FBOs: Jackson Jet Center and Western Aircraft. Both offer Jet-A and 100LL fuel, hangar space, line service, passenger lounges, and ground handling. Jackson Jet Center also coordinates U.S. Customs. Confirm services and hours before arrival.

Boise Airport has a field elevation of 2,871 feet above mean sea level. This affects aircraft performance calculations, particularly during hot weather when density altitude increases.

Yes. Boise Airport is served by ILS, RNAV (GPS), and VOR instrument approaches, plus visual approaches. As a fully towered field, it supports reliable IFR operations year-round. Reference the FAA's digital Terminal Procedures for current minimums.

Charter a private flight from Boise Airport through The Jet Finder. We have access to over 15,000 aircraft and can match the right type to your mission. With KBOI's two ~10,000-foot runways, the full range of business jets is available. No middleman, direct operator connection.

Boise Airport handles everything from piston singles and turboprops to light, midsize, super-midsize, and heavy jets. With over 10,000 feet of runway, ultra-long-range aircraft such as the Gulfstream G650, Global 7500, and Boeing BBJ can operate under normal conditions.

Yes. Boise Airport is a fully towered, 24/7 facility. The tower and approach frequencies (including 118.9 and 124.8) are published in the Chart Supplement; AirNav (airnav.com/airport/KBOI) also lists current frequency assignments.

Boise Airport offers both Jet-A and 100LL. Fuel is sold by the two on-field FBOs, Jackson Jet Center and Western Aircraft, both of which honor major contract-fuel programs. Pricing is set by each FBO; AirNav lists crowd-sourced fuel-price reports.

Yes. Boise is a U.S. Customs landing-rights airport, with CBP service coordinated through Jackson Jet Center. File eAPIS and provide advance notice (typically three hours) before international arrivals, and confirm CBP staffed hours. The Jet Finder assists with eAPIS filing and customs coordination.

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

Boise Airport is about three miles from downtown Boise and Boise State University, typically a 10-minute drive. The FBOs sit on the airport's north side near the terminal. Flying private eliminates the hour-plus that commercial airport processing adds to your trip.

Parking options at KBOI include ramp tiedowns and potentially hangar space. Availability and pricing are set by the on-field operator at Boise Airport. Pre-arrival coordination is recommended for overnight stays.

For a flight quote from Boise Airport (KBOI), contact The Jet Finder at thejetfinder.com/contact.html. Include your destination, dates, passenger count, and any special requirements. We respond with operator options and pricing.

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