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Regional Airport · Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

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Saint Helena International Airport

Jamestown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

ICAO

FHSH

IATA

HLE

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

1,017 ft

Country

Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at FHSH

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Saint Helena International Airport (FHSH / HLE) in Jamestown, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

FHSH 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 – Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha.

Applicable permit lead times for Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha 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 Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at FHSH

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

Saint Helena International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

Jet A1 Fuel at FHSH

Fuel on record at Saint Helena 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 FHSH

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

Planning reference for FHSH: 15° 57′ 32″ S 5° 38′ 46″ W; elevation 1,017 ft; local time UTC+0.

Crew & Passenger Services in Jamestown

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

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

Cargo Operations at FHSH

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

Field Information

Saint Helena International Airport

Latitude
15° 57′ 32″ S
Longitude
5° 38′ 46″ W
ICAO code
FHSH
IATA code
HLE
Municipality
Jamestown
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To HLE?

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

Submit flight inquiry for FHSH

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – FHSH

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Saint Helena International Airport?

The ICAO code is FHSH and the IATA code is HLE.

Is Jet A1 available at FHSH?

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

What is the fire category at FHSH?

Saint Helena International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

What time zone does FHSH operate in?

Saint Helena International Airport operates on UTC+0.

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

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 FHSH.