Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Egypt

HESXSPX

Sphinx International Airport

Al Jiza, Egypt

ICAO

HESX

IATA

SPX

Category

International Hub

Elevation

510 ft

Country

Egypt

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at HESX

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Sphinx International Airport (HESX / SPX) in Al Jiza, Egypt, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

HESX 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 – Egypt

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

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

Ground Handling at HESX

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

Sphinx International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at HESX

Fuel on record at Sphinx International 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 HESX

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

Planning reference for HESX: 30° 6′ 29″ N 30° 53′ 46″ E; elevation 510 ft; local time UTC+2.

Crew & Passenger Services in Al Jiza

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

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

Cargo Operations at HESX

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

Field Information

Sphinx International Airport

Latitude
30° 6′ 29″ N
Longitude
30° 53′ 46″ E
ICAO code
HESX
IATA code
SPX
Municipality
Al Jiza
Timezone
UTC+2
Traffic
Medium
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To SPX?

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

Submit flight inquiry for HESX

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – HESX

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Sphinx International Airport?

The ICAO code is HESX and the IATA code is SPX.

Is Jet A1 available at HESX?

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

What is the fire category at HESX?

Sphinx International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does HESX operate in?

Sphinx International Airport operates on UTC+2.

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

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 HESX.