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International Hub · United States

KCHSCHS

Charleston International Airport

Charleston, United States

ICAO

KCHS

IATA

CHS

Category

International Hub

Elevation

46 ft

Country

United States

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at KCHS

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Charleston International Airport (KCHS / CHS) in Charleston, United States, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

KCHS is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – United States

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of United States.

Applicable permit lead times for United States are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for United States are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at KCHS

Direct FBO and handler coordination at KCHS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Charleston International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of FAA Index C; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at KCHS

Fuel on record at Charleston International Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to KCHS

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for KCHS: 32° 53′ 46″ N 80° 2′ 17″ W; elevation 46 ft; local time UTC-5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Charleston

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Charleston.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at KCHS.

Cargo Operations at KCHS

Support for freighter operations into KCHS covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Charleston International Airport

Latitude
32° 53′ 46″ N
Longitude
80° 2′ 17″ W
ICAO code
KCHS
IATA code
CHS
Municipality
Charleston
Timezone
UTC-5
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
FAA Index C
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To CHS?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for KCHS.

Submit flight inquiry for KCHS

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – KCHS

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Charleston International Airport?

The ICAO code is KCHS and the IATA code is CHS.

Is Jet A1 available at KCHS?

Yes. Fuel on record at Charleston International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at KCHS?

Charleston International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of FAA Index C.

What time zone does KCHS operate in?

Charleston International Airport operates on UTC-5.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for KCHS?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for KCHS.