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International Hub · United States

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Chicago Midway International Airport

Chicago, United States

ICAO

KMDW

IATA

MDW

Category

International Hub

Elevation

620 ft

Country

United States

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at KMDW

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW / MDW) in Chicago, United States, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

KMDW 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 – 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 KMDW

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

Chicago Midway International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of FAA Index C.

Jet A1 Fuel at KMDW

Fuel on record at Chicago Midway 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 KMDW

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

Planning reference for KMDW: 41° 47′ 10″ N 87° 45′ 7″ W; elevation 620 ft; local time UTC-6.

Crew & Passenger Services in Chicago

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

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

Cargo Operations at KMDW

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

Field Information

Chicago Midway International Airport

Latitude
41° 47′ 10″ N
Longitude
87° 45′ 7″ W
ICAO code
KMDW
IATA code
MDW
Municipality
Chicago
Timezone
UTC-6
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
FAA Index C
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To MDW?

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

Submit flight inquiry for KMDW

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – KMDW

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Chicago Midway International Airport?

The ICAO code is KMDW and the IATA code is MDW.

Is Jet A1 available at KMDW?

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

What is the fire category at KMDW?

Chicago Midway International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of FAA Index C.

What time zone does KMDW operate in?

Chicago Midway International Airport operates on UTC-6.

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

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 KMDW.