Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Japan

RJSCGAJ

Yamagata Airport

Higashine, Japan

ICAO

RJSC

IATA

GAJ

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

353 ft

Country

Japan

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at RJSC

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Yamagata Airport (RJSC / GAJ) in Higashine, Japan, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

RJSC is listed in our network as a regional airport with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Japan

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

Applicable permit lead times for Japan 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 Japan are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at RJSC

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

Yamagata Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at RJSC

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

Flight Planning & Dispatch to RJSC

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

Planning reference for RJSC: 38° 24′ 43″ N 140° 22′ 16″ E; elevation 353 ft; local time UTC+9.

Crew & Passenger Services in Higashine

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

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

Cargo Operations at RJSC

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

Field Information

Yamagata Airport

Latitude
38° 24′ 43″ N
Longitude
140° 22′ 16″ E
ICAO code
RJSC
IATA code
GAJ
Municipality
Higashine
Timezone
UTC+9
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To GAJ?

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

Submit flight inquiry for RJSC

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – RJSC

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Yamagata Airport?

The ICAO code is RJSC and the IATA code is GAJ.

Is Jet A1 available at RJSC?

Yes. Fuel on record at Yamagata Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at RJSC?

Yamagata Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does RJSC operate in?

Yamagata Airport operates on UTC+9.

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

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 RJSC.