Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Turkey

LTFJSAW

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport

Pendik, Istanbul, Turkey

ICAO

LTFJ

IATA

SAW

Category

International Hub

Elevation

312 ft

Country

Turkey

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at LTFJ

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (LTFJ / SAW) in Pendik, Istanbul, Turkey, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

LTFJ 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 LTFJ

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

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 10; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at LTFJ

Fuel on record at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to LTFJ

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

Planning reference for LTFJ: 40° 53′ 56″ N 29° 18′ 32″ E; elevation 312 ft; local time UTC+3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Pendik, Istanbul

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

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

Cargo Operations at LTFJ

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

Field Information

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport

Latitude
40° 53′ 56″ N
Longitude
29° 18′ 32″ E
ICAO code
LTFJ
IATA code
SAW
Municipality
Pendik, Istanbul
Timezone
UTC+3
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 10
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To SAW?

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

Submit flight inquiry for LTFJ

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – LTFJ

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport?

The ICAO code is LTFJ and the IATA code is SAW.

Is Jet A1 available at LTFJ?

Yes. Fuel on record at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at LTFJ?

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 10.

What time zone does LTFJ operate in?

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport operates on UTC+3.

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

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 LTFJ.