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Flying Into Concord?
File for KEXX Instead.

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

Concord-Padgett Regional (KJQF) is a tower-controlled field where GA sequences behind commercial and cargo traffic — and your block time reflects it. Davidson County Executive Airport (KEXX) is 45 minutes north via I-85, Jet A is competitively priced with no landing fee with minimum fuel purchase, and the ramp is yours the moment you touch down. Same region. Faster block-to-block. Lower cost per stop.

KEXX is a full-service FBO with no commercial traffic, no ramp control requirements, no tower hold before you taxi out. Fueling is handled by our Titan ACE Certified crew. They meet you on the ramp, your uplift is staged, and you are moving again while crews at KJQF are still waiting on a clearance. For flight departments running tight turns into the Charlotte metro corridor, that difference adds up across a full schedule.

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. The Concord and Cabarrus County corridor generates serious corporate traffic: Charlotte Motor Speedway, NASCAR team operations and race sponsors, Atrium Health, and a dense manufacturing and logistics base all put regular inbound flights on the books. If you are bringing pax into this market, KEXX positions them 45 minutes from downtown Concord — without the tower-controlled ramp overhead on either end of the trip.

45 Minutes from Concord — Without the KJQF Overhead

KEXX is at 1673 Aviation Way, Lexington, NC — 45 minutes from downtown Concord via I-85 South. Direct interstate access makes the drive predictable regardless of Charlotte metro traffic, and ground transport to Charlotte Motor Speedway, Cabarrus County, and the broader corridor is straightforward from the ramp.

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

KEXX vs. KJQF: What the Numbers Look Like

KJQF is tower-controlled and handles commercial and cargo traffic alongside GA. You contact ground before you move, sequence behind heavier iron on the taxiway, and fees can add up on top of fuel. At KEXX the ramp is open, the turn is fast, and the only aircraft getting fuel are the ones that chose to be there.

At a glance:

KEXX offers competitive Jet A pricing with no landing fee with minimum fuel purchase, no facility fees with fuel, and a clear ramp with no tower control. For any operator whose aircraft does not need KJQF’s 7,400-foot runway, the case for KEXX is straightforward.

KEXX
Jet A: competitive pricing
Landing fee: none with minimum fuel purchase
Facility fees: none with fuel
Taxi times: immediate — no tower hold, no commercial sequencing
Ramp: open GA field — no ramp control required

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.

Flying a larger jet into the Concord area? Review what the KEXX runway rating means for jet operators, and see how contract fuel programs work at KEXX.

  • 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. If your aircraft does not need KJQF’s 7,400 feet, you do not need to pay for it.

  • 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 — private aviation alternative to KJQF Concord NC

KEXX — Pilot FAQs

How far is KEXX from Concord?

45 minutes via I-85 South. Direct interstate access makes the drive predictable, and ground transport to Charlotte Motor Speedway, Cabarrus County, and the broader corridor is fast from the ramp. Complimentary crew cars are available for short turnarounds.

Is KEXX a better value than KJQF for Jet A and fees?

Yes. KEXX offers competitive Jet A pricing — lower than KJQF — with no landing fee with minimum fuel purchase requirement. At KJQF, GA sequences behind tower-controlled commercial and cargo traffic.

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.

What is the runway length and weight rating at KEXX?

5,004 feet, repaved and grooved. PCR 369/F/C/X/T with a 60,000 lb dual-wheel limit — suits light, midsize and super-midsize jets. Large-cabin operators should call ahead.

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 Concord?

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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