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Regional Airport · Germany

EDHKKEL

Kiel-Holtenau Airport

Kiel, Germany

ICAO

EDHK

IATA

KEL

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

102 ft

Country

Germany

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at EDHK

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Kiel-Holtenau Airport (EDHK / KEL) in Kiel, Germany, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

EDHK 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 – Germany

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

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

Ground Handling at EDHK

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

Kiel-Holtenau Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 2; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at EDHK

Fuel on record at Kiel-Holtenau 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 EDHK

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

Planning reference for EDHK: 54° 22′ 48″ N 10° 8′ 42″ E; elevation 102 ft; local time UTC+1.

Crew & Passenger Services in Kiel

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

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

Cargo Operations at EDHK

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

Field Information

Kiel-Holtenau Airport

Latitude
54° 22′ 48″ N
Longitude
10° 8′ 42″ E
ICAO code
EDHK
IATA code
KEL
Municipality
Kiel
Timezone
UTC+1
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 2
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To KEL?

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

Submit flight inquiry for EDHK

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – EDHK

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Kiel-Holtenau Airport?

The ICAO code is EDHK and the IATA code is KEL.

Is Jet A1 available at EDHK?

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

What is the fire category at EDHK?

Kiel-Holtenau Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 2.

What time zone does EDHK operate in?

Kiel-Holtenau Airport operates on UTC+1.

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

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 EDHK.