Miami Executive Airport (TMB) | Private Jet Hub Near Miami

Miami at a Glance

Miami Executive Airport (KTMB), formerly Kendall-Tamiami Executive, is a busy, towered Miami-Dade County general aviation field in southwest Miami. It operates three asphalt runways: 9R/27L at 6,000 ft, 9L/27R at 5,003 ft, and 13/31 at 4,001 ft. The field is a U.S. port of entry with on-site CBP customs, multiple full-service FBOs including Signature Aviation, and logged roughly 273,000 operations in 2023. The 6,000-ft primary runway supports light, midsize, and most super-midsize business jets.

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Miami Executive Airport, 12850 SW 145th Street, Miami, FL 33186

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Miami Executive Airport
ICAO Code	KTMB
IATA Code	TMB
FAA Identifier	TMB
Address	12850 SW 145th Street, Miami, FL 33186
Elevation	8 ft MSL
Coordinates	25.6479° N, 80.4328° W
Owner / Operator	Miami-Dade County
Phone	+1-305-259-3100
FAA Data	AirNav TMB

Operations & Facilities
Runways	9L/27R: 5,001 ft (Asphalt) 9R/27L: 4,001 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	World Way Aviation
Customs	No — CBP at MIA or FLL
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS Rwy 9L, RNAV (GPS), Visual
Tower / Freq	ATIS 119.65 / Tower 120.0 / Ground 121.7
Weight Limit	None published; CBP port of entry
Annual Operations	80,000+

Runways & Approaches

Miami Executive operates three grooved-asphalt runways. The primary and longest, 9R/27L, measures 6,000 ft by 150 ft and handles the bulk of jet traffic. The parallel 9L/27R runs 5,003 ft by 150 ft, and the crosswind 13/31 adds 4,001 ft by 150 ft of capability. All three runways and a 75-ft helipad sit at roughly 10 ft MSL, so density-altitude penalties are minimal year-round.

Instrument capability includes ILS and RNAV (GPS) approaches served by an operational control tower. With 6,000 ft available, the field comfortably accommodates light jets (Phenom 300, Citation CJ series), midsize jets (Citation XLS, Learjet 75), and most super-midsize aircraft (Challenger 350, Gulfstream G280, Citation Longitude). Heavy and ultra-long-range jets such as the Gulfstream G650 or Global 6000 should run full performance numbers against the 6,000-ft length, temperature, and payload before committing.

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.

Signature Aviation

Full-service FBO offering Jet-A fuel, ground handling, parking, and passenger amenities at TMB.

Reliance Aviation Miami

Full-service FBO with refueling, hangar space, parking, and rental-car coordination.

International Flight Center

FBO providing fuel, maintenance, avionics, and aircraft services on the field.

Advanced Aircraft Center

On-field operator offering fueling and general aviation ground services.

Charter a Jet from Miami Executive Airport

Charter from Miami Executive Airport (KTMB) connects the region to destinations nationwide. The Jet Finder matches the right aircraft to your mission and TMB's runway parameters — with direct Part 135 operator access and no markup.

Fly Private from KTMB

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

Aircraft Registered in MIAMI (803)

803 aircraft are registered to owners in MIAMI, FL according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 803. Track live flights from TMB →

N100JE

PIPER PA-28-180 · 1969

N101GD

ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY R44 II · 2021

N101N

TEMCO D-16 · 1947

N102LC

PIPER PA-28-140 · 1967

N102PR

CESSNA 172M · 1976

N10374

SCHWEIZER SGS 1-26C · 1961

N1052Q

CESSNA 310H

N107RA

CESSNA 172M · 1974

N109CC

PIPER PA-23-250 · 1968

N10BL

AGUSTA SPA A109S · 2009

N10KK

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR22T · 2022

N1100M

SUSTAINABLE SKYLINES AERO SKY

N111CA

BEECH F90 · 1982

N111FK

BOMBARDIER INC BD-700-1A10 · 2001

N111NL

LUDWIG NICHOLAS LADAS II AR-1 · 2017

N1142U

CESSNA 182T · 2005

N114LL

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SF50 · 2026

N115JD

PIPER PA-23-250

N1192M

CESSNA 172K · 1969

N119E

PIPER PA-24 · 1958

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
World Way Aviation	$5.00 – $6.40/gal	Competitive south Dade pricing

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet	$15 – $50
Midsize	$50 – $150
Super-Mid	$150 – $300
Heavy	$300 – $500

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview & History

Miami Executive Airport (KTMB) is a Miami-Dade County-owned general aviation reliever in southwest Miami, about 15 miles southwest of downtown. Known as Kendall-Tamiami Executive Airport until its October 2014 rename, it remains one of Florida's busiest GA fields, recording roughly 273,000 aircraft operations in 2023 with about 135 based aircraft. The airport is managed by the Miami-Dade Aviation Department, the same authority that runs Miami International.

Runway Capability

TMB's three runways give it genuine business-jet capability. The 6,000-ft primary runway (9R/27L) supports light, midsize, and most super-midsize jets in typical South Florida conditions, while the 5,003-ft and 4,001-ft runways add parallel and crosswind flexibility. Unlike short light-GA fields, TMB is a practical jet destination — though operators of heavy and ultra-long-range aircraft should still verify takeoff performance against the 6,000-ft length and warm-weather density altitude.

Charter Considerations

As a high-traffic GA field with multiple FBOs and a strong base of South Florida operators, TMB offers good charter availability and competitive repositioning. The Jet Finder sources FAA Part 135 aircraft positioned across the Miami market, comparing hourly rates, positioning fees, and cabin class to match the right aircraft to your mission from KTMB.

Customs & International Access

Miami Executive is a designated U.S. port of entry with on-site Customs and Border Protection, generally available daytime with extended hours by request. This lets international charter passengers clear customs at TMB rather than diverting to MIA or FLL, an advantage for Caribbean, Bahamian, and Latin American itineraries common to the South Florida market.

Safety & Planning

TMB is a towered field with ILS and RNAV (GPS) approaches, providing radar service and structured arrivals. Part 135 charter flights operate IFR, giving ATC separation regardless of weather. The field elevation near 10 ft MSL keeps density-altitude effects minimal even on hot days.

Seasonal & Operational Factors

South Florida's subtropical climate brings warm temperatures year-round and a defined convective pattern: afternoon thunderstorms build rapidly during the wet season, often peaking between 2 and 6 PM local. Morning departures generally offer the smoothest conditions. The region also carries hurricane-season exposure from June through November, which can affect scheduling and aircraft positioning.

Regional Context

TMB anchors the southwest Miami GA market alongside nearby Homestead General Aviation (X51) and Miami International (MIA) about 12 NM north. For travelers in Kendall, Pinecrest, the Redlands, and the southern suburbs, Miami Executive is often the closest and least congested private-aviation option, while Opa-locka (OPF) and Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE) serve the northern metro.

Nearby Airports

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

Homestead East Airstrip

KFLR · 7 NM from KTMB

Homestead Air Reserve Base

KHST · 10 NM from KTMB

Homestead General Aviation Airport

KX51 · 11 NM from KTMB

Miami International Airport

KMIA · 12 NM from KTMB

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Miami Executive Airport (KTMB) sits at 25.6479° N, 80.4328° W, near Miami, FL. At 8 feet MSL, the airport provides general aviation access to the surrounding region.

Miami Executive Airport has three asphalt runways. The longest, 9R/27L, measures 6,000 ft by 150 ft and handles the majority of jet traffic. The parallel 9L/27R is 5,003 ft, and the crosswind 13/31 is 4,001 ft. The 6,000-ft primary runway supports light, midsize, and most super-midsize business jets.

Yes. With a 6,000-ft primary runway, TMB comfortably handles light jets (Phenom 300, Citation CJ), midsize jets (Citation XLS, Learjet 75), and most super-midsize aircraft (Challenger 350, Gulfstream G280). Heavy and ultra-long-range jets should run full performance calculations against the 6,000-ft length, temperature, and weight before operating here.

Yes. Multiple full-service FBOs operate at TMB, including Signature Aviation, Reliance Aviation Miami, International Flight Center, and Advanced Aircraft Center. Services include Jet-A and 100LL fuel, ground handling, hangar and ramp parking, and passenger amenities. Coordinate handling in advance, especially for after-hours arrivals.

Miami Executive Airport has a field elevation of 8 feet above mean sea level. This affects aircraft performance calculations, particularly during hot weather when density altitude increases.

Yes. Miami Executive (KTMB) is served by ILS and RNAV (GPS) instrument approaches under control of an operational tower. Consult the FAA Terminal Procedures Publication or your EFB for current charts and minimums.

Charter from Miami Executive through The Jet Finder. We source FAA Part 135 aircraft positioned across the South Florida market and match the right cabin to TMB's 6,000-ft primary runway. Direct operator connection, no middleman.

TMB hosts everything from piston singles, helicopters, and turboprops to light, midsize, and most super-midsize business jets. The 6,000-ft primary runway is the governing factor for the largest categories; consult aircraft performance data for heavy jets.

Yes. Miami Executive (KTMB) has an operational FAA control tower, typically staffed roughly 0700–2300 local. Use Tower 120.0, Ground 121.7, and ATIS 119.65; check current chart supplements for hours and frequencies.

TMB FBOs offer both Jet-A and 100LL. Pricing is set by each FBO and varies; contact the FBO directly or check AirNav for crowd-sourced fuel reports before arrival.

Yes. Miami Executive is a designated U.S. port of entry with on-site Customs and Border Protection, generally available during daytime hours with extended hours by request. International passengers can clear customs at TMB rather than diverting to MIA or FLL. The Jet Finder assists with eAPIS filing and customs coordination.

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

Miami Executive Airport is roughly 15 miles southwest of downtown Miami, typically a 25–35 minute drive depending on traffic. It is also convenient to Kendall, Pinecrest, and the southern Miami-Dade suburbs. The Jet Finder can arrange ground transportation.

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

For a flight quote from Miami Executive Airport (KTMB), contact The Jet Finder at thejetfinder.com/contact.html. Include your destination, dates, passenger count, and any special requirements. We respond with operator options and pricing.

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