Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Ghana

DGSIKMS

Prempeh I International Airport

Kumasi, Ghana

ICAO

DGSI

IATA

KMS

Category

International Hub

Elevation

942 ft

Country

Ghana

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at DGSI

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Prempeh I International Airport (DGSI / KMS) in Kumasi, Ghana, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

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

Overflight & Landing Permits – Ghana

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

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

Ground Handling at DGSI

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

Prempeh I International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

Jet A1 Fuel at DGSI

Fuel on record at Prempeh I International 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 DGSI

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

Planning reference for DGSI: 6° 42′ 54″ N 1° 35′ 28″ W; elevation 942 ft; local time UTC+0.

Crew & Passenger Services in Kumasi

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

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

Cargo Operations at DGSI

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

Field Information

Prempeh I International Airport

Latitude
6° 42′ 54″ N
Longitude
1° 35′ 28″ W
ICAO code
DGSI
IATA code
KMS
Municipality
Kumasi
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
Low
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To KMS?

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

Submit flight inquiry for DGSI

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – DGSI

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Prempeh I International Airport?

The ICAO code is DGSI and the IATA code is KMS.

Is Jet A1 available at DGSI?

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

What is the fire category at DGSI?

Prempeh I International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

What time zone does DGSI operate in?

Prempeh I International Airport operates on UTC+0.

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

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 DGSI.