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International Hub · United States

KTYSTYS

McGhee Tyson Airport

Knoxville/Maryville, United States

ICAO

KTYS

IATA

TYS

Category

International Hub

Elevation

981 ft

Country

United States

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at KTYS

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at McGhee Tyson Airport (KTYS / TYS) in Knoxville/Maryville, United States, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

KTYS 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 KTYS

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

McGhee Tyson Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of FAA Index C.

Jet A1 Fuel at KTYS

Fuel on record at McGhee Tyson 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 KTYS

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

Planning reference for KTYS: 35° 48′ 40″ N 83° 59′ 38″ W; elevation 981 ft; local time UTC-5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Knoxville/Maryville

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

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

Cargo Operations at KTYS

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

Field Information

McGhee Tyson Airport

Latitude
35° 48′ 40″ N
Longitude
83° 59′ 38″ W
ICAO code
KTYS
IATA code
TYS
Municipality
Knoxville/Maryville
Timezone
UTC-5
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 TYS?

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

Submit flight inquiry for KTYS

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – KTYS

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for McGhee Tyson Airport?

The ICAO code is KTYS and the IATA code is TYS.

Is Jet A1 available at KTYS?

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

What is the fire category at KTYS?

McGhee Tyson Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of FAA Index C.

What time zone does KTYS operate in?

McGhee Tyson Airport operates on UTC-5.

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

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 KTYS.