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Flying Into Salisbury?
File for KEXX Instead.

Before you file for KRUQ, take a look at KEXX.

Mid-Carolina Regional (KRUQ) is the local option for Salisbury. For many corporate crews, KEXX is worth a look, too. Davidson County Executive Airport (KEXX) is 25 minutes north via I-85 and offers a full-service FBO on a grooved 5,004-foot runway. No landing fee with minimum fuel purchase. No facility fees with fuel. Same region — better operation.

KEXX is a full-service FBO with no commercial traffic, no ramp control requirements, no queue. Fueling is handled by our Titan ACE Certified crew. They meet you on the ramp, your uplift is staged, and you are moving again quickly. For crews flying light, midsize and super-midsize jets into the Salisbury corridor, KEXX is a practical choice. Before you plan, review what the KEXX runway rating means for jet operators.

Need crew cars while your pax handle business on the ground? KEXX provides complimentary crew cars for short turnarounds — grab the keys, drop your passengers, and be back at the aircraft when they are done. Salisbury is home to major employers including Novant Health, Caterpillar, Food Lion headquarters, and Daimler Trucks North America — all generating regular corporate inbound traffic. If you are bringing pax into the Rowan County corridor, KEXX puts them 25 minutes from the business district with a full-service FBO on the field.

25 Minutes from Salisbury via I-85

KEXX is at 1673 Aviation Way, Lexington, NC — 25 minutes from downtown Salisbury via I-85 North. Direct interstate access makes the drive fast and predictable to Salisbury’s major business and healthcare destinations.

Ground services on every arrival:

  • Crew cars — complimentary for short turnarounds
  • Rental cars — Hertz and Enterprise available
  • Hotel reservations — preferred rates with KEXX partner hotels
  • Catering — arranged on request
  • Executive transportation — available through our concierge

What KEXX Offers Salisbury Operators

KEXX gives Salisbury-bound crews a full-service FBO on a grooved 5,004-foot runway, with an ILS/LOC and RNAV approaches. The runway carries PCR 369/F/C/X/T with a 60,000 lb dual-wheel limit, which suits light, midsize and super-midsize jets. Large-cabin operators should call ahead.

Contract fuel is accepted, and there is no landing fee with a minimum fuel purchase. Learn how contract fuel programs work before your trip.

At a glance:

KEXX offers competitive Jet A pricing, no landing fee with a minimum fuel purchase, no facility fees with fuel, and a full-service FBO on every arrival. For pavement details, read what the KEXX runway rating means for jet operators.

KEXX
PCR 369/F/C/X/T — 60,000 lb dual wheel
Contract fuel accepted
Landing fee: none with minimum fuel purchase
Facility fees: none with fuel
Full-service FBO — GPU, lounge, crew cars, MRO on-field

What KEXX Has on the Field

Full-service FBO serving corporate, charter, and transient operators. Titan fueling, contract fuel accepted, GPU, on-field MRO, and a pilot’s lounge that is actually worth using.

Using contract fuel? Learn how contract fuel programs work at KEXX before your trip.

  • Jet A with Prist — full service by Titan ACE Certified crew
  • 100LL full service
  • 100LL self service
  • No landing fee with minimum fuel purchase
  • no facility fees with fuel required
  • Crew cars — complimentary for short turnarounds
  • After-hours fueling — 24 hours, call 336-847-2983
  • GPU on request
  • Pilot’s lounge with shower
  • Complimentary WiFi, coffee, and ice
  • New corporate hangars for based and transient storage

Runway and Approach Capability

5,004-foot repaved and grooved runway, PCR 369/F/C/X/T, with a 60,000 lb dual-wheel limit. See what the KEXX runway rating means for jet operators. ILS/LOC RWY 06, RNAV (GPS) RWY 06 and 24, MALSR lighting.

  • Runway: 5,004 feet, repaved and grooved
  • Pavement: PCR 369/F/C/X/T; 60,000 lb dual wheel
  • Approaches: ILS/LOC RWY 06, RNAV (GPS) RWY 06 and 24
  • Lighting: MALSR installed
  • Elevation: 733 feet MSL
  • Ramp: 7 acres, uncongested

Inbound to KEXX — Frequencies and Contact

Call ahead or check in on UNICOM. The crew will have your uplift staged and be on the ramp when you roll in.

  • UNICOM/CTAF: 122.800
  • AWOS/ASOS: 119.825
  • Approach/Departure: Greensboro Approach 126.6 / 743-222-6129
  • Main line: 336-956-7774
  • After hours: 336-847-2983
  • Email: contact@flyhighlexington.com
  • Hours: 8 AM – 8 PM daily — after-hours uplift available 24 hours

Planning a fuel stop along the NC corridor? See what makes KEXX the go-to for transient crews.

KEXX Davidson County Executive Airport regional map
KEXX Davidson County Executive Airport — corporate aviation alternative to KRUQ Salisbury NC

KEXX — Pilot FAQs

How far is KEXX from Salisbury?

25 minutes via I-85 North. Direct interstate access makes the drive fast and predictable to Salisbury’s major employers and healthcare destinations. Complimentary crew cars are available for short turnarounds.

Why choose KEXX for a Salisbury trip?
KEXX is 25 minutes from Salisbury via I-85 and offers a full-service FBO, complimentary crew cars for quick turns, and on-field maintenance. The runway suits light, midsize and super-midsize jets. See what the KEXX runway rating means for jet operators for weight limits.
What does KEXX offer on fuel and fees?
KEXX offers competitive Jet A pricing with no landing fee with a minimum fuel purchase and no facility fees with fuel. Contract fuel is accepted. Learn how contract fuel programs work.
What approaches are available at KEXX?

ILS/LOC RWY 06, RNAV (GPS) RWY 06 and 24. MALSR lighting installed. AWOS on 119.825. Greensboro Approach on 126.6.

Is MRO available on-field at KEXX?

Yes. Sky Aircraft Maintenance (SAM) is on-field and handles MRO for a range of business jet types. If you have a squawk, you do not need to reposition to get it addressed.

Can I hangar at KEXX near Salisbury?

Yes. New corporate hangars on-field. Contact Jack Robertson at 336-847-2983 or Jack@FlyHighInc.com for availability and rates.

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