Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK) | Private Jet Hub Near Nantucket

Current Conditions at KACK

Nantucket Memorial Airport, 14 Airport Road, Nantucket, MA 02554

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Nantucket Memorial Airport
ICAO Code	KACK
IATA Code	ACK
FAA Identifier	ACK
Address	14 Airport Road, Nantucket, MA 02554
Elevation	47 ft MSL
Coordinates	41.2531° N, 70.0602° W
Owner / Operator	Town of Nantucket
Phone	+1-508-325-5300
FAA Data	AirNav ACK

Operations & Facilities
Runways	6/24: 6,303 ft (Asphalt) 15/33: 4,500 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Nantucket Memorial Airport FBO
Customs	Yes — CBP seasonal
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7 (tower seasonal)
Approaches	ILS Rwy 24, RNAV (GPS), VOR, NDB, Visual
Tower / Freq	ATIS 118.325 / Tower 118.3 (seasonal) / CTAF 118.3
Annual Operations	90,000+

Airport Overview

Serving the Nantucket corridor in MA, Nantucket Memorial Airport (KACK) provides general aviation access at 47 feet MSL. The field maintains 2 runway(s), with the longest measuring 0 feet on Asphalt surface. Direct ramp-to-vehicle access and the absence of airline queues make KACK efficient for private travelers. For official FAA airport data, visit the FAA Airport Data portal or AirNav KACK.

Location & Address

Nantucket Memorial Airport is positioned at coordinates 41.2531° N, -70.0602° W, at 47 feet above mean sea level. Ground transportation from KACK to Nantucket proper is typically a short drive. Private aviation eliminates the hours that commercial airport processing adds to your trip.

Runways & Facilities

At 0 feet, Nantucket Memorial Airport's runway accommodates piston singles and light turboprops. Jet operations are not practical at this field length. Pilots flying larger aircraft should plan for a nearby airport with more runway.

FBOs & Ground Services

Aircraft services at KACK are handled by the airport's fixed base operation. Standard general aviation services — fuel, parking, aircraft positioning — are typically available during operating hours. Contact Nantucket Memorial Airport directly for current service hours, fuel pricing, and hangar availability.

Charter a Jet from Nantucket Memorial Airport

Departing Nantucket by private jet means using Nantucket Memorial Airport (KACK) instead of fighting commercial terminals. The Jet Finder connects you with charter aircraft suited to KACK's runway capabilities and your mission requirements. No markup. Direct operator access.

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

Charter a Jet from Nantucket Memorial Airport

Nantucket is a premium summer charter destination. The Jet Finder provides access to over 15,000 aircraft.

Popular routes: TEB (New York, 55 min on a light jet), HPN (Westchester, 50 min), FRG (Long Island, 45 min), BED (Boston, 30 min). Peak summer weekend pricing commands significant premiums.

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Weather & Operations

Island weather is maritime. Fog is the primary operational challenge, particularly summer mornings and evenings when warm air meets cold Atlantic water. ILS on Runway 24 is critical. Nor'easters in winter can close the airport for extended periods. Spring and fall shoulder seasons offer excellent conditions.

Landing Fee Estimates

Approximate landing fees at Nantucket Memorial Airport by aircraft category. Fees vary by FBO and may change. Contact the FBO directly for current rates.

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet (up to 12,500 lbs)	$75 – $175
Midsize Jet (12,500 – 25,000 lbs)	$175 – $400
Super-Mid (25,000 – 40,000 lbs)	$400 – $650
Heavy / Ultra-Long Range (40,000+ lbs)	$650 – $1,000

Fuel Availability at ACK

Approximate Jet-A fuel pricing at Nantucket Memorial Airport. Prices fluctuate with market conditions. Contact each FBO for current rates. View national fuel price trends \u2192

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Nantucket Memorial Airport FBO	$7.00 – $9.50/gal	Island premium; fuel barged in

Aircraft Registered in NANTUCKET (55)

55 aircraft are registered to owners in NANTUCKET, MA according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 55. Track live flights from ACK →

N1052T

MAULE MX-7-180A · 1998

N13680

CESSNA 172M · 1974

N1815G

BEECH V35B · 1981

N184SB

HERSHA SCOTT C RV-8 · 2008

N185KM

CESSNA A185F · 1974

N208BK

CESSNA 208B · 2006

N222RZ

BEECH 58 · 1977

N222VB

ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY R44 II

N225SM

GARY L BURCH RV-8 · 2018

N226BG

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR22 · 2004

N2292K

BEECH 3N · 1951

N2388F

CESSNA 210E · 1965

N2657G

CESSNA 421C

N2TZ

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SF50 · 2018

N331EL

ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY R44 II · 2023

N332RM

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR22T · 2019

N36GR

CESSNA 172N · 1978

N395CD

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR22 · 2005

N402BK

CESSNA 402C · 1978

N406BK

CESSNA 402C · 1984

Regional Aviation Context

Massachusetts's GA airports serve the Boston metro area's financial and tech sectors. Cape Cod and the Islands (Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard) drive seasonal charter demand.

Operational Considerations

Nantucket Memorial Airport's 47-foot field elevation keeps density altitude effects manageable. Even on warm days, density altitude here tops out around 1,847 feet — within normal performance parameters for most aircraft. The 0-foot runway provides approximately 0 feet of effective sea-level performance.

Nantucket Memorial Airport's temperate latitude produces generally favorable flying conditions with seasonal variation. Winter brings frontal passages that can drop ceilings to IFR minimums for 24-48 hour periods. Freezing precipitation is possible but less persistent than at higher latitudes. Summer convective activity peaks in late afternoon — morning departures typically encounter smoother, clearer conditions. Year-round instrument currency is recommended for reliable scheduling.

Two runways at Nantucket Memorial Airport provide crosswind flexibility. When the primary runway's crosswind component exceeds aircraft limitations, the secondary runway typically offers a more favorable alignment. Runway selection should account for wind, obstacle clearance, and any published procedures.