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Regional Airport · United States

KCHACHA

Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)

Chattanooga, United States

ICAO

KCHA

IATA

CHA

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

683 ft

Country

United States

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at KCHA

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) (KCHA / CHA) in Chattanooga, United States, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

KCHA 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 – United States

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

Applicable permit lead times for United States 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 United States are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at KCHA

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

Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of FAA Index B.

Jet A1 Fuel at KCHA

Fuel on record at Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field): Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to KCHA

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

Planning reference for KCHA: 35° 2′ 6″ N 85° 12′ 14″ W; elevation 683 ft; local time UTC-5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Chattanooga

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

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

Cargo Operations at KCHA

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

Field Information

Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)

Latitude
35° 2′ 6″ N
Longitude
85° 12′ 14″ W
ICAO code
KCHA
IATA code
CHA
Municipality
Chattanooga
Timezone
UTC-5
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
FAA Index B
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To CHA?

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

Submit flight inquiry for KCHA

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – KCHA

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)?

The ICAO code is KCHA and the IATA code is CHA.

Is Jet A1 available at KCHA?

Yes. Fuel on record at Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at KCHA?

Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of FAA Index B.

What time zone does KCHA operate in?

Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) operates on UTC-5.

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

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 KCHA.