Atlanta's Northeast Business-Aviation Reliever

Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field (KLZU)

1000 Briscoe Blvd, Lawrenceville, GA 30046 · 2 mi to Lawrenceville


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Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe at a Glance

Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field (KLZU/LZU) is a busy general-aviation reliever serving northeast metro Atlanta from Lawrenceville, Georgia. A single 6,000-foot grooved-asphalt runway (07/25) handles light, midsize, and most super-midsize business jets. The field has an FAA control tower (124.1) operating 0700–2100 local, with ILS/LOC and RNAV (GPS) approaches. Two full-service FBOs — Aircraft Specialists Jet Center and Sheltair — provide Jet-A, hangars, and ground handling. Field elevation is 1,061 ft. There are no on-field U.S. Customs services.

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Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field, 1000 Briscoe Blvd, Lawrenceville, GA 30046

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport NameGwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field
ICAO CodeKLZU
IATA CodeLZU
FAA IdentifierLZU
Address1000 Briscoe Blvd, Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Elevation1,061 ft MSL
Coordinates33.9781° N, 83.9624° W
Owner / OperatorGwinnett County
Phone+1-770-822-5198
FAA DataAirNav LZU
Operations & Facilities
Runways07/25: 6,000 ft (Asphalt)
FBOsGwinnett Jet Center
CustomsNo
FuelJet-A, 100LL
Hours24/7
ApproachesRNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / FreqUncontrolled — CTAF 125.2
Weight LimitNone; tower staffed 0700–2100
Annual Operations50,000+

Runways & Approaches

Briscoe Field operates a single runway, 07/25, measuring 6,000 feet by 100 feet of grooved asphalt in good condition. That length comfortably supports light jets, midsize jets, and most super-midsize aircraft — Phenom 300, Citation XLS/Latitude, Challenger 350, and Gulfstream G280 operate routinely. Heavy jets such as the Gulfstream G550/G650 and Global series can use the field but require careful runway-performance analysis for weight, temperature, and the 1,061-foot elevation.

Instrument capability is strong for a reliever: an ILS or LOC approach to Runway 25 plus RNAV (GPS) approaches to both Runway 07 and 25. The airport is towered, with Gwinnett Tower on 124.1 staffed 0700–2100 local; outside those hours the field reverts to a common traffic advisory frequency. There is no weight restriction or noise curfew, though Class D airspace and tower coordination apply during operating hours.

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.

Aircraft Specialists Jet Center

Full-service FBO on the south side of the field offering Jet-A and 100LL fuel, hangar and ramp parking, ground handling, line service, and aircraft maintenance for transient and based business aircraft.

Sheltair

FBO on the north side of Briscoe Field providing fuel, hangar and tie-down space, passenger amenities, and ground support as part of Sheltair's national aviation services network.

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Aircraft Registered in LAWRENCEVILLE (104)

104 aircraft are registered to owners in LAWRENCEVILLE, GA according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 104. Track live flights from LZU →

N115JR
SOCATA TB 10 · 1989
N116RW
DASSAULT-BREGUET MYSTERE FALCON 900 · 1988
N118AM
WALSH JAMES C SONEX TD · 2013
N120DT
SIKORSKY S-76B · 1990
N125Q
LEARJET INC 45 · 2000
N12872
CESSNA 172M · 1973
N152GT
CESSNA 152 · 1977
N1605K
MD HELICOPTERS INC 369FF · 1988
N166AC
BEECH 76 · 1979
N1808
MD HELICOPTERS INC 369FF · 2019
N2139T
PIPER PA-28R-200 · 1971
N229WF
FLOWERS W WAYNE SONEX · 2002
N23675
CESSNA 172R · 1999
N24DZ
ROLFES HARRY SEAREY · 2004
N26757
GULFSTREAM AMERICAN CORP AA-5A
N291GC
DJI MAVIC 2 PRO
N2974T
PIPER PA-28-181 · 1979
N298BC
BEECH 76 · 1978
N3563A
PIPER PA-22 · 1953
N373RB
EMBRAER EMB-135

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO Jet-A Price Notes
Gwinnett Jet Center$5.20–$6.40/galAtlanta NE
Aircraft Category Estimated Fee
Light Jet$15–$40
Midsize Jet$40–$80
Super-Mid Jet$80–$125
Heavy Jet$125–$200
Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field (KLZU) is the primary general-aviation reliever for northeast metropolitan Atlanta, located about 2 miles northeast of downtown Lawrenceville and roughly 30 miles from downtown Atlanta. Owned and operated by Gwinnett County, the field handles more than 50,000 annual operations and supports a large based-aircraft fleet, making it one of Georgia's busiest GA airports outside Hartsfield-Jackson.

Runway Capability

The single 6,000-foot grooved-asphalt Runway 07/25 accommodates the full light-to-super-midsize jet range, including the Phenom 300, Citation XLS and Latitude, Challenger 350, and Gulfstream G280. Heavy jets are physically able to operate but should run runway-performance calculations against weight, temperature, and the 1,061-foot field elevation before committing.

FBOs & Ground Services

Two full-service FBOs split the field: Aircraft Specialists Jet Center on the south side and Sheltair on the north side. Both offer Jet-A, hangar and ramp parking, line service, and passenger handling. Aircraft Specialists also provides on-field maintenance. Pre-arrival coordination is recommended for hangar space and large-cabin handling.

Charter Considerations

Briscoe Field is a strong charter choice for clients in Gwinnett County, the I-85 northeast corridor, Lake Lanier, and the broader Atlanta suburbs who want to avoid Hartsfield-Jackson congestion. It is less crowded than DeKalb-Peachtree (PDK) yet offers comparable jet capability, often with quicker ramp access and easier parking for transient aircraft.

Safety & Planning

The airport is towered, with Gwinnett Tower on 124.1 operating 0700–2100 local; outside those hours pilots self-announce on the advisory frequency. Instrument options include an ILS/LOC to Runway 25 and RNAV (GPS) approaches to both ends. There is no weight limit, noise curfew, or slot restriction. The 1,061-foot elevation keeps density-altitude effects modest, though hot summer afternoons still warrant performance checks.

Regional Context

Within the Atlanta metro GA network, Briscoe Field complements DeKalb-Peachtree (PDK, ~18 NM), Cobb County-McCollum (RYY), and Fulton County-Brown Field. For passengers on Atlanta's northeast side it frequently offers the shortest ground transfer. International itineraries require clearing customs elsewhere, as Briscoe Field has no on-field CBP facility; The Jet Finder can route through the nearest port of entry.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field carries the identifier KLZU. This code is used in FAA databases, flight planning systems, and air traffic control communications for operations at this airport.

Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field serves the Lawrenceville area in GA. GPS coordinates: 33.9781° N, 83.9624° W. The airport sits at 1,061 feet above sea level.

Briscoe Field has one runway, 07/25, measuring 6,000 feet by 100 feet of grooved asphalt. That length supports light, midsize, and most super-midsize business jets, with heavy jets able to operate subject to runway-performance calculations.

Yes. The 6,000-foot Runway 07/25 routinely handles light and midsize jets such as the Phenom 300, Citation XLS, and Challenger 350, and most super-midsize aircraft including the Gulfstream G280. Heavy jets can use the field after verifying takeoff and landing performance for weight and temperature.

Yes. Two full-service FBOs serve the field: Aircraft Specialists Jet Center on the south side and Sheltair on the north side. Both offer Jet-A fuel, hangar and ramp parking, ground handling, and passenger services. Coordinate ahead for hangar space or large-cabin handling.

1,061 feet MSL. Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field's elevation is a consideration for performance planning. Standard atmospheric deviations can push density altitude higher than field elevation on warm days.

Yes. Briscoe Field has an ILS or LOC approach to Runway 25 and RNAV (GPS) approaches to both Runway 07 and Runway 25, giving it solid all-weather access for business-jet operations.

Contact The Jet Finder for charter availability from Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field (KLZU). Provide your destination, travel dates, and passenger count. We source aircraft from FAA Part 135 operators matched to KLZU's runway and facilities.

The field serves the full range from piston singles and turboprops through light, midsize, and super-midsize jets on its 6,000-foot runway. Heavy jets can operate with appropriate performance planning. The airport also supports significant helicopter and based-aircraft activity.

Yes. Gwinnett Tower operates on 124.1 from 0700 to 2100 local time within Class D airspace. Outside those hours the airport is uncontrolled and pilots self-announce on the common traffic advisory frequency.

Both FBOs — Aircraft Specialists Jet Center and Sheltair — sell Jet-A for turbine aircraft and 100LL avgas for piston aircraft. Contact the FBO directly for current pricing and contract-fuel options.

Briscoe Field has no on-field U.S. Customs and Border Protection facility, so international arrivals must clear customs at a designated port of entry. The Jet Finder can plan a routing through the nearest CBP-equipped airport and coordinate the logistics.

Real-time weather for Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field (KLZU) is available through METAR reports on aviationweather.gov. GA experiences varied conditions throughout the year — plan accordingly for seasonal weather events.

The airport sits about 2 miles northeast of downtown Lawrenceville and roughly 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Car service or rideshare is the standard ground connection from the FBO.

Transient aircraft parking at KLZU is available through the on-field operator. Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field typically provides tiedown space on the ramp. Hangar availability and rates vary — inquire before arrival.

To price a charter flight from Gwinnett County Airport – Briscoe Field (KLZU), contact The Jet Finder with your route, dates, and number of passengers. We provide all-inclusive quotes with no hidden fees. Direct operator access.


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