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Regional Airport · Kenya

HKNWWIL

Nairobi Wilson Airport

Nairobi, Kenya

ICAO

HKNW

IATA

WIL

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

5,536 ft

Country

Kenya

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at HKNW

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Nairobi Wilson Airport (HKNW / WIL) in Nairobi, Kenya, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

HKNW is listed in our network as a regional airport with medium traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Kenya

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

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

Ground Handling at HKNW

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

Nairobi Wilson Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 5.

Jet A1 Fuel at HKNW

Fuel on record at Nairobi Wilson 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 HKNW

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

Planning reference for HKNW: 1° 19′ 19″ S 36° 48′ 54″ E; elevation 5,536 ft; local time UTC+3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Nairobi

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

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

Cargo Operations at HKNW

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

Field Information

Nairobi Wilson Airport

Latitude
1° 19′ 19″ S
Longitude
36° 48′ 54″ E
ICAO code
HKNW
IATA code
WIL
Municipality
Nairobi
Timezone
UTC+3
Traffic
Medium
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 5
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To WIL?

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

Submit flight inquiry for HKNW

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – HKNW

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Nairobi Wilson Airport?

The ICAO code is HKNW and the IATA code is WIL.

Is Jet A1 available at HKNW?

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

What is the fire category at HKNW?

Nairobi Wilson Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 5.

What time zone does HKNW operate in?

Nairobi Wilson Airport operates on UTC+3.

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

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 HKNW.