KPMD Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport

Flight Support Services at KPMD

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport (KPMD / PMD) in Palmdale, United States, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

KPMD 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 KPMD

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

Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8.

Fuel Planning for KPMD

No fuel supply is recorded at Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport. Our OCC confirms current availability directly with the airport and plans fuel uplift at an alternate station where required.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to KPMD

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

Planning reference for KPMD: 34° 37′ 44″ N 118° 5′ 6″ W; elevation 2,543 ft; local time UTC-8.

Crew & Passenger Services in Palmdale

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

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

Cargo Operations at KPMD

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

Frequently Asked Questions – KPMD

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport?

The ICAO code is KPMD and the IATA code is PMD.

Is Jet A1 available at KPMD?

No fuel supply is recorded at Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport; our OCC confirms availability directly with the airport and plans uplift at an alternate station where required.

What is the fire category at KPMD?

Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8.

What time zone does KPMD operate in?

Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport operates on UTC-8.

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

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 KPMD.

Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport