Lewis University Airport (LOT) | Private Jet Hub Near Romeoville

Lewis University at a Glance

Lewis University Airport (KLOT) is a towered public-use airport in Romeoville, about 20 miles southwest of downtown Chicago. It has two runways: the 6,500 ft grooved-concrete Runway 2/20 and the 5,500 ft asphalt Runway 9/27. The single on-field FBO is operated by the Joliet Regional Port District (Fly LOT), offering Jet A, hangars, and a crew lounge. A control tower opened in December 2022 (134.8). There is no on-site Customs/CBP. The 6,500 ft runway supports light, midsize, and most super-midsize jets.

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Lewis University Airport, 1 University Pkwy, Romeoville, IL 60446

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Lewis University Airport
ICAO Code	KLOT
IATA Code	LOT
FAA Identifier	LOT
Address	1 University Pkwy, Romeoville, IL 60446
Elevation	679 ft MSL
Coordinates	41.6073° N, 88.0962° W
Owner / Operator	Lewis University
Phone	+1-815-836-5500
FAA Data	AirNav LOT

Operations & Facilities
Runways	02/20: 5,600 ft (Asphalt) 09/27: 4,002 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Lewis Airport FBO
Customs	No
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS Cat I, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	118.5
Weight Limit	None published; super-mid jets need planning
Annual Operations	80,000+

Runways & Approaches

Lewis University Airport operates two paved runways. The primary Runway 2/20 measures 6,500 ft of grooved concrete, with the crossing Runway 9/27 providing 5,500 ft of asphalt. At a field elevation of 679 ft MSL, the 6,500 ft primary surface comfortably accommodates light and midsize business jets and, with standard performance planning, most super-midsize aircraft such as the Challenger 350 and Gulfstream G280.

Instrument access is solid for a suburban GA field, with an ILS to the primary runway plus RNAV (GPS) and VOR procedures supporting reliable all-weather scheduling. A control tower (Lewis Tower, 134.8) opened in December 2022, adding sequencing and separation services. Heavy and ultra-long-range jets should evaluate runway length, weight, and temperature carefully, as full-fuel departures may favor a longer-runway alternate such as Chicago Executive (PWK) or Aurora (ARR).

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.

Joliet Regional Port District (Fly LOT)

The single on-field FBO at KLOT, operated by the Joliet Regional Port District under the Fly LOT brand. Services include Jet A (with Prist) and 100LL, hangar space, GPU, courtesy and rental cars, catering, conference room, crew lounge, and pilot supplies. Staffed 6:00am-9:00pm with 24-hour service on request.

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Aircraft Registered in ROMEOVILLE (44)

44 aircraft are registered to owners in ROMEOVILLE, IL according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 44. Track live flights from LOT →

N104PF

CESSNA 172R · 1998

N11614

CESSNA 172S · 2006

N144ML

KOSCO MATTHEW LANCAIR IV · 2000

N15132

PIPER PA-28-140 · 1972

N172BF

CESSNA 172R · 1997

N172HG

CESSNA 172S · 2011

N197BA

CESSNA 172R · 1997

N197MC

CESSNA 172S · 2006

N2054S

CESSNA 172R · 2004

N214AA

PIPER PA-28-180

N2202Q

CESSNA 172S · 2007

N238DB

ISRAEL AIRCRAFT INDUSTRIES 1124 · 1977

N238TH

TEXTRON AVIATION INC 172S · 2018

N24PS

SEVERSON SCOT SUPER SPORT TRAINER · 2003

N2772

CESSNA 172R · 2005

N335MC

TEXTRON AVIATION INC 172S · 2022

N336MC

TEXTRON AVIATION INC 172S · 2022

N337BB

CESSNA 337E · 1969

N359LU

PIPER AIRCRAFT INC PA-44-180 · 2025

N360LU

PIPER PA-44-180 · 2021

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Lewis Airport FBO	$5.50–$7.00/gal	Chicago SW suburban

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

Lewis University Airport (KLOT/LOT) is a public-use, towered general aviation airport in Romeoville, Illinois, roughly 20 miles southwest of downtown Chicago. It is named for and adjacent to Lewis University, whose well-known aviation program drives much of the field's training traffic, but airport and FBO operations are run by the Joliet Regional Port District. The field handles a busy mix of flight training, corporate, and charter movements.

Runway Capability

KLOT's primary Runway 2/20 is 6,500 ft of grooved concrete, with a 5,500 ft asphalt crosswind runway (9/27). This is a genuinely jet-capable field, not a light-GA-only strip: light jets (Phenom 300, Citation CJ series) and midsize jets (Citation XLS, Learjet 75) operate routinely, and most super-midsize types work with standard temperature and weight planning. Heavy and ultra-long-range jets at high gross weights should run performance numbers or consider a longer alternate.

Charter Considerations

For charter clients, KLOT offers a quieter, faster alternative to O'Hare and Midway for trips serving Chicago's southwest suburbs, Joliet, Naperville, and Will County. The Jet Finder sources FAA Part 135 aircraft positioned near the Chicago area and can compare KLOT against nearby Aurora (ARR) and Chicago Executive (PWK) on positioning cost, runway needs, and ground-time to your final destination.

FBO & Ground Services

A single FBO serves the field, operated by the Joliet Regional Port District under the Fly LOT brand. It provides Jet A and 100LL, hangar storage, ground power, courtesy and rental cars, catering, a conference room, and a crew lounge. Standard hours run 6:00am to 9:00pm with after-hours service available on request, so overnight or early-departure trips should coordinate in advance.

Safety & Planning

KLOT became a towered airport in December 2022 (Lewis Tower, 134.8), adding ATC sequencing to a field with significant training traffic. Pilots should expect a high volume of light singles and twins in the pattern. The two-runway layout gives good crosswind flexibility, and the ILS plus RNAV and VOR approaches support dependable IFR access. There is no on-field U.S. Customs, so international itineraries must clear at a designated port of entry.

Seasonal & Operational Factors

At 679 ft MSL, density-altitude effects at KLOT stay modest even on hot summer afternoons. The main operational variables are Midwest winter weather, frontal passages that can drop ceilings to IFR minimums, occasional freezing precipitation, and summer afternoon convection. Early-morning departures typically see the smoothest conditions, and instrument capability is recommended for reliable year-round scheduling.

Regional Context

KLOT sits within easy reach of several Chicago-area GA fields. Bolingbrook's Clow (1C5) and Joliet Regional (JOT) are closest, while Aurora Municipal (ARR) and Chicago Executive (PWK) offer longer runways and broader FBO options for larger jets. This density of choice lets The Jet Finder optimize each trip on runway capability, FBO service, and drive time to the passenger's actual destination.

Nearby Airports

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

Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport

K1C5 · 6 NM from KLOT

Joliet Regional Airport

KJOT · 6 NM from KLOT

Naper Aero Club Airport

LL10 · 9 NM from KLOT

Meadow Creek Airport

2IL9 · 18 NM from KLOT

Frequently Asked Questions

KLOT is both the ICAO and FAA identifier for Lewis University Airport. Pilots should reference this code in all flight plan filings and ATC communications involving this facility.

Lewis University Airport is situated in Romeoville, IL, at coordinates 41.6073° N, 88.0962° W. Field elevation is 679 feet above mean sea level.

Lewis University Airport has two runways. The primary Runway 2/20 is 6,500 ft of grooved concrete, and the crosswind Runway 9/27 is 5,500 ft of asphalt. The 6,500 ft primary surface supports light, midsize, and most super-midsize business jets.

Yes. KLOT's 6,500 ft grooved-concrete primary runway routinely handles light and midsize jets and accommodates most super-midsize types with standard performance planning. Heavy and ultra-long-range jets at high weights should evaluate runway length, temperature, and payload or consider a longer-runway alternate.

Yes. One on-field FBO serves KLOT, operated by the Joliet Regional Port District under the Fly LOT brand. It offers Jet A and 100LL, hangars, ground power, courtesy and rental cars, catering, a conference room, and a crew lounge, staffed 6:00am-9:00pm with after-hours service on request.

Lewis University Airport has a field elevation of 679 feet above mean sea level. This affects aircraft performance calculations, particularly during hot weather when density altitude increases.

Yes. KLOT is served by an ILS to the primary runway along with RNAV (GPS) and VOR approaches, supporting reliable IFR access. Always confirm current procedures in the FAA Terminal Procedures Publication or your EFB before flight.

Private charter from KLOT is available through The Jet Finder. We connect clients with FAA-certificated Part 135 operators. Pricing depends on aircraft type, destination, and scheduling.

KLOT serves a broad mix, from training pistons and turboprops to business jets. The 6,500 ft primary runway supports light jets (Phenom 300, CJ series), midsize jets (Citation XLS, Learjet 75), and most super-midsize jets with proper planning. Heavy jets require careful performance analysis.

Yes. Lewis University Airport became a towered field when its control tower opened in December 2022. Lewis Tower operates on 134.8 during published hours; verify current frequencies and hours before flight.

The on-field FBO at KLOT, operated by the Joliet Regional Port District (Fly LOT), provides Jet A (with Prist available) and 100LL. Pricing changes with the market, so contact the FBO at the time of booking for current rates.

KLOT does not have on-site U.S. Customs and Border Protection. International trips must clear at a designated port of entry such as Chicago O'Hare or another CBP-staffed airport. The Jet Finder can plan a routing that includes the appropriate customs stop.

Weather at Lewis University Airport varies seasonally. For current METAR and TAF reports, check aviationweather.gov using identifier KLOT. IL weather patterns can include seasonal precipitation, fog, and convective activity.

Lewis University Airport sits within Romeoville itself, just minutes from the village center, and is about 20 miles southwest of downtown Chicago. The FBO can arrange courtesy or rental cars and the Jet Finder can coordinate ground transportation.

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

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