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International Hub · Spain

LESTSCQ

Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport

Santiago de Compostela, Spain

ICAO

LEST

IATA

SCQ

Category

International Hub

Elevation

1,213 ft

Country

Spain

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at LEST

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport (LEST / SCQ) in Santiago de Compostela, Spain, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

LEST 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 – Spain

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

Applicable permit lead times for Spain 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 Spain are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at LEST

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

Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at LEST

Fuel on record at Santiago-Rosalía de Castro 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 LEST

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

Planning reference for LEST: 42° 53′ 46″ N 8° 24′ 54″ W; elevation 1,213 ft; local time UTC+1.

Crew & Passenger Services in Santiago de Compostela

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

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

Cargo Operations at LEST

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

Field Information

Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport

Latitude
42° 53′ 46″ N
Longitude
8° 24′ 54″ W
ICAO code
LEST
IATA code
SCQ
Municipality
Santiago de Compostela
Timezone
UTC+1
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To SCQ?

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

Submit flight inquiry for LEST

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – LEST

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport?

The ICAO code is LEST and the IATA code is SCQ.

Is Jet A1 available at LEST?

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

What is the fire category at LEST?

Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does LEST operate in?

Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport operates on UTC+1.

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

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 LEST.