Lancaster Airport (LNS) | Private Jet Hub Near Lititz

Lancaster at a Glance

Lancaster Airport (KLNS/LNS) is a towered, public-use airport about six miles north of downtown Lancaster and just south of Lititz, serving Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Its primary runway, 08/26 at 6,934 feet of grooved asphalt, comfortably handles light, midsize, and most super-midsize jets; crosswind runway 13/31 runs 3,574 feet. Field elevation is 403 ft MSL. Alliance Aviation is the on-field FBO, offering Jet-A and 100LL, hangars, and de-icing. The airport has an ILS, RNAV, and VOR approaches but is not a Customs port of entry.

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Lancaster Airport, 500 Airport Rd, Lititz, PA 17543

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Lancaster Airport
ICAO Code	KLNS
IATA Code	LNS
FAA Identifier	LNS
Address	500 Airport Rd, Lititz, PA 17543
Elevation	403 ft MSL
Coordinates	40.1217° N, 76.2961° W
Owner / Operator	Lancaster Airport Authority
Phone	+1-717-569-1221
FAA Data	AirNav LNS

Operations & Facilities
Runways	08/26: 6,934 ft (Asphalt) 13/31: 3,574 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Atlantic Aviation
Customs	Yes
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS Cat I, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	118.6
Weight Limit	None; 13/31 short for jets
Annual Operations	40,000+

Runways & Approaches

Lancaster's primary runway 08/26 measures 6,934 feet of grooved asphalt, 150 feet wide, and is served by an ILS to Runway 08 along with RNAV (GPS) and VOR approaches. That length supports light jets, midsize jets, and most super-midsize types such as the Phenom 300, Citation XLS+, Challenger 350, and Gulfstream G280 under typical conditions, with the low 403-foot field elevation keeping density-altitude penalties modest. The crosswind runway 13/31 is 3,574 feet of asphalt, useful for piston and turboprop traffic and for crosswind relief but too short for routine jet use.

Heavy and ultra-long-range jets (Gulfstream G550/G650, Global Express, Falcon 7X/8X) can be tight here on warm days or at higher weights; flight departments should run runway-specific takeoff and landing performance numbers before committing, and may need to tanker fuel or reduce payload. The control tower operates roughly 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; outside those hours the field reverts to a non-towered CTAF procedure.

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.

Alliance Aviation

The full-service FBO at Lancaster Airport, offering Avfuel-branded Jet-A and 100LL (full- and self-serve), transient and heated hangar space, de-icing and preheat, GPU and jump starts, lavatory and oxygen service, and third-party maintenance coordination. Marketed as central Pennsylvania's premier FBO.

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

Aircraft Registered in LITITZ (58)

58 aircraft are registered to owners in LITITZ, PA according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 58. Track live flights from LNS →

N107AL

TEXTRON AVIATION INC 172S · 2023

N108RD

STINSON 108-3 · 1948

N10VJ

LEARJET INC 31 · 1990

N1216

DIAMOND AIRCRAFT IND INC DA 40 NG · 2023

N125AF

PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD PC-24 · 2019

N1316R

BEECH 36 · 1968

N17603

DJI INSPIRE 1

N181AB

RANS S6ES-COYOTE II

N1934G

CESSNA 172S · 2006

N1944E

CESSNA 340A

N1984N

CESSNA 140 · 1947

N198ED

AMERICAN CHAMPION AIRCRAFT 7GCAA · 2001

N2002H

CAMERON BALLOONS US A-105 · 1987

N20597

CESSNA 172S · 2005

N2072J

CAMERON BALLOONS US N-90 · 1988

N20XP

LEARJET INC 31A · 2000

N29895

CAMERON BALLOONS US N-90 · 1986

N300ED

GRUMMAN AMERICAN AVN. CORP. GA-7

N302SP

CESSNA 140 · 1948

N323PR

BELLANCA 7KCAB · 1973

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Atlantic Aviation LNS	$6.00–$8.00/gal	PA Dutch Country

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet	$15–$50
Midsize Jet	$40–$100
Super-Mid Jet	$80–$200
Heavy Jet	$150–$400

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Lancaster Airport (KLNS) is a public-use, towered airport owned by the Lancaster Airport Authority, located about six miles north of downtown Lancaster and immediately south of Lititz at the intersection of Route 501 (Lititz Pike) and Airport Road. At 403 feet MSL with two runways and more than 40,000 annual operations, it is the principal general-aviation and business-aviation field for Pennsylvania Dutch Country, blending commuter service with charter, corporate, and flight-training traffic.

Runway Capability

The 6,934-foot grooved-asphalt primary runway (08/26) accommodates the full light-through-super-midsize jet spectrum in normal conditions, while the 3,574-foot 13/31 serves piston and turboprop aircraft and provides crosswind options. Heavy and ultra-long-range jets are runway-limited on hot days or at high weight and require type-specific performance planning. The modest 403-foot elevation keeps density altitude manageable even in summer.

FBO and Ground Services

Alliance Aviation is the on-field FBO, handling quick turns and extended stays with Jet-A and 100LL, heated hangars, de-icing, GPU service, and lavatory and oxygen support. There is a single FBO, so transient jet operators should coordinate fuel, hangar, and handling in advance, particularly around regional events and peak weekends.

Customs and International Operations

Lancaster Airport is not a U.S. Customs and Border Protection airport of entry. International arrivals must first clear customs at a designated airport of entry, such as Philadelphia (PHL), Harrisburg (MDT), or another CBP-staffed field, before continuing to KLNS. The Jet Finder coordinates eAPIS filing and routing through an appropriate port of entry for international itineraries.

Safety and Planning

The Jet Finder sources aircraft exclusively from FAA Part 135 certified operators, verifying certifications, audit history, and insurance before presenting options. For KLNS, the key planning items are runway-length performance for larger jets, tower operating hours (roughly 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., with non-towered CTAF procedures outside those times), and advance coordination with the single FBO. Wintertime frontal passages and freezing precipitation can drive IFR conditions, so instrument-current crews and de-icing availability matter.

Regional Context

KLNS anchors south-central Pennsylvania business aviation, complementing Harrisburg International (MDT) to the northwest and Philadelphia (PHL) to the east. It is a frequent origin for short hops to the New York and Washington metro areas, including Teterboro (TEB) and Reagan National (DCA). For travelers to Lancaster, Lititz, Hershey, and Pennsylvania Dutch Country, it offers direct ramp access and minimal ground delay versus driving from a major hub.

Nearby Airports

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

Smoketown Airport

KS37 · 6 NM from KLNS

Donegal Springs Airpark

KN71 · 13 NM from KLNS

Deck Airport

K9D4 · 14 NM from KLNS

Reigle Field

K58N · 16 NM from KLNS

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Lancaster Airport (KLNS) sits at 40.1217° N, 76.2961° W, near Lititz, PA. At 403 feet MSL, the airport provides general aviation access to the surrounding region.

Lancaster Airport has two runways. The primary runway, 08/26, is 6,934 feet of grooved asphalt (150 feet wide), long enough for light, midsize, and most super-midsize business jets. The crosswind runway, 13/31, is 3,574 feet of asphalt and is used mainly by piston and turboprop aircraft.

Yes. The 6,934-foot primary runway (08/26) supports light jets, midsize jets, and most super-midsize jets such as the Phenom 300, Citation XLS+, Challenger 350, and Gulfstream G280 under normal conditions. Heavy and ultra-long-range jets can operate but are runway-limited at high weights or on hot days and should run type-specific performance calculations first.

Yes. Alliance Aviation is the full-service FBO at Lancaster Airport (KLNS). It provides Jet-A and 100LL fuel (full- and self-serve), heated hangar space, de-icing and preheat, GPU and jump starts, lavatory and oxygen service, and third-party maintenance coordination.

Lancaster Airport has a field elevation of 403 feet above mean sea level. This affects aircraft performance calculations, particularly during hot weather when density altitude increases.

Yes. Lancaster Airport has an ILS approach to Runway 08, along with RNAV (GPS) and VOR approaches and visual procedures. Always consult current FAA charts or your EFB for minimums and any NOTAMs before flying the approach.

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

Lancaster Airport handles the full range of general-aviation traffic — piston singles, turboprops, and jets. The 6,934-foot primary runway supports light through most super-midsize jets, while heavy jets are runway-limited and need performance planning. The shorter 3,574-foot crosswind runway is suited to pistons and turboprops.

Yes. Lancaster Airport has an operating control tower, typically staffed from about 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily. Outside those hours the field uses a common traffic advisory frequency (CTAF). Verify current tower and CTAF frequencies in the FAA Chart Supplement or on AirNav before flight.

Alliance Aviation at Lancaster Airport (KLNS) sells both Jet-A and 100LL, available full-serve and self-serve. Pricing varies with the market, so confirm current rates with the FBO before planning a fuel stop.

You can depart Lancaster Airport internationally, but KLNS is not a U.S. Customs and Border Protection airport of entry, so inbound international flights cannot clear customs here. Arrivals must first clear at a CBP airport of entry such as Philadelphia (PHL) or Harrisburg (MDT). The Jet Finder coordinates eAPIS filing and customs routing for international trips.

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

Lancaster Airport sits about six miles north of downtown Lancaster and just south of Lititz, roughly a 5-to-10-minute drive to Lititz and about 15 minutes to central Lancaster. As a general-aviation field, there are no terminal queues — passengers go directly from the FBO ramp to their vehicle.

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

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

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