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International Hub · United States

KRDURDU

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

Raleigh/Durham, United States

ICAO

KRDU

IATA

RDU

Category

International Hub

Elevation

435 ft

Country

United States

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at KRDU

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (KRDU / RDU) in Raleigh/Durham, United States, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

KRDU 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 KRDU

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

Raleigh-Durham International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of FAA Index D.

Jet A1 Fuel at KRDU

Fuel on record at Raleigh-Durham 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 KRDU

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

Planning reference for KRDU: 35° 52′ 44″ N 78° 47′ 13″ W; elevation 435 ft; local time UTC-5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Raleigh/Durham

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

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

Cargo Operations at KRDU

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

Field Information

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

Latitude
35° 52′ 44″ N
Longitude
78° 47′ 13″ W
ICAO code
KRDU
IATA code
RDU
Municipality
Raleigh/Durham
Timezone
UTC-5
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
FAA Index D
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To RDU?

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

Submit flight inquiry for KRDU

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – KRDU

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Raleigh-Durham International Airport?

The ICAO code is KRDU and the IATA code is RDU.

Is Jet A1 available at KRDU?

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

What is the fire category at KRDU?

Raleigh-Durham International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of FAA Index D.

What time zone does KRDU operate in?

Raleigh-Durham International Airport operates on UTC-5.

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

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 KRDU.