Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · São Tomé and Principe

FPSTTMS

São Tomé International Airport

São Tomé, São Tomé and Principe

ICAO

FPST

IATA

TMS

Category

International Hub

Elevation

33 ft

Country

São Tomé and Principe

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at FPST

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at São Tomé International Airport (FPST / TMS) in São Tomé, São Tomé and Principe, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

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

Overflight & Landing Permits – São Tomé and Principe

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

Applicable permit lead times for São Tomé and Principe 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 São Tomé and Principe are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at FPST

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

São Tomé International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 5.

Jet A1 Fuel at FPST

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

Flight Planning & Dispatch to FPST

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

Planning reference for FPST: 0° 22′ 41″ N 6° 42′ 43″ E; elevation 33 ft; local time UTC+0.

Crew & Passenger Services in São Tomé

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

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

Cargo Operations at FPST

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

Field Information

São Tomé International Airport

Latitude
0° 22′ 41″ N
Longitude
6° 42′ 43″ E
ICAO code
FPST
IATA code
TMS
Municipality
São Tomé
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
Medium
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 5
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To TMS?

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

Submit flight inquiry for FPST

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – FPST

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for São Tomé International Airport?

The ICAO code is FPST and the IATA code is TMS.

Is Jet A1 available at FPST?

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

What is the fire category at FPST?

São Tomé International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 5.

What time zone does FPST operate in?

São Tomé International Airport operates on UTC+0.

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

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 FPST.