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International Hub · United Kingdom

EGSSSTN

London Stansted Airport

London, Essex, United Kingdom

ICAO

EGSS

IATA

STN

Category

International Hub

Elevation

348 ft

Country

United Kingdom

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at EGSS

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at London Stansted Airport (EGSS / STN) in London, Essex, United Kingdom, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

EGSS 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 Kingdom

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

Applicable permit lead times for United Kingdom 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 Kingdom are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at EGSS

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

London Stansted Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at EGSS

Fuel on record at London Stansted 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 EGSS

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

Planning reference for EGSS: 51° 53′ 6″ N 0° 14′ 6″ E; elevation 348 ft; local time UTC+0.

Crew & Passenger Services in London, Essex

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

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

Cargo Operations at EGSS

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

Field Information

London Stansted Airport

Latitude
51° 53′ 6″ N
Longitude
0° 14′ 6″ E
ICAO code
EGSS
IATA code
STN
Municipality
London, Essex
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To STN?

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

Submit flight inquiry for EGSS

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – EGSS

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for London Stansted Airport?

The ICAO code is EGSS and the IATA code is STN.

Is Jet A1 available at EGSS?

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

What is the fire category at EGSS?

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

What time zone does EGSS operate in?

London Stansted Airport operates on UTC+0.

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

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 EGSS.