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International Hub · Spain

GCLPLPA

Gran Canaria Airport

Gran Canaria Island, Spain

ICAO

GCLP

IATA

LPA

Category

International Hub

Elevation

78 ft

Country

Spain

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at GCLP

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Gran Canaria Airport (GCLP / LPA) in Gran Canaria Island, Spain, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

GCLP 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 – Spain

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

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

Ground Handling at GCLP

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

Gran Canaria Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at GCLP

Fuel on record at Gran Canaria 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 GCLP

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

Planning reference for GCLP: 27° 55′ 55″ N 15° 23′ 13″ W; elevation 78 ft; local time UTC+0.

Crew & Passenger Services in Gran Canaria Island

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

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

Cargo Operations at GCLP

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

Field Information

Gran Canaria Airport

Latitude
27° 55′ 55″ N
Longitude
15° 23′ 13″ W
ICAO code
GCLP
IATA code
LPA
Municipality
Gran Canaria Island
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To LPA?

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

Submit flight inquiry for GCLP

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – GCLP

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Gran Canaria Airport?

The ICAO code is GCLP and the IATA code is LPA.

Is Jet A1 available at GCLP?

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

What is the fire category at GCLP?

Gran Canaria Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does GCLP operate in?

Gran Canaria Airport operates on UTC+0.

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

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 GCLP.