Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Turkey

LTBAISL

İstanbul Atatürk Airport

Istanbul(Bakırköy), Turkey

ICAO

LTBA

IATA

ISL

Category

International Hub

Elevation

163 ft

Country

Turkey

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at LTBA

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at İstanbul Atatürk Airport (LTBA / ISL) in Istanbul(Bakırköy), Turkey, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

LTBA 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 – Turkey

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

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

Ground Handling at LTBA

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

İstanbul Atatürk Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at LTBA

Fuel on record at İstanbul Atatürk 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 LTBA

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

Planning reference for LTBA: 40° 58′ 19″ N 28° 49′ 26″ E; elevation 163 ft; local time UTC+3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Istanbul(Bakırköy)

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Istanbul(Bakırköy).

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

Cargo Operations at LTBA

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

Field Information

İstanbul Atatürk Airport

Latitude
40° 58′ 19″ N
Longitude
28° 49′ 26″ E
ICAO code
LTBA
IATA code
ISL
Municipality
Istanbul(Bakırköy)
Timezone
UTC+3
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To ISL?

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

Submit flight inquiry for LTBA

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – LTBA

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for İstanbul Atatürk Airport?

The ICAO code is LTBA and the IATA code is ISL.

Is Jet A1 available at LTBA?

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

What is the fire category at LTBA?

İstanbul Atatürk Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does LTBA operate in?

İstanbul Atatürk Airport operates on UTC+3.

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

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 LTBA.