Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Jamaica

MKJSMBJ

Sangster International Airport

Montego Bay, Jamaica

ICAO

MKJS

IATA

MBJ

Category

International Hub

Elevation

4 ft

Country

Jamaica

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at MKJS

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Sangster International Airport (MKJS / MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

MKJS is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Jamaica

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

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

Ground Handling at MKJS

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

Sangster International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

Jet A1 Fuel at MKJS

Fuel on record at Sangster 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 MKJS

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

Planning reference for MKJS: 18° 30′ 11″ N 77° 54′ 47″ W; elevation 4 ft; local time UTC-5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Montego Bay

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

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

Cargo Operations at MKJS

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

Field Information

Sangster International Airport

Latitude
18° 30′ 11″ N
Longitude
77° 54′ 47″ W
ICAO code
MKJS
IATA code
MBJ
Municipality
Montego Bay
Timezone
UTC-5
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To MBJ?

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

Submit flight inquiry for MKJS

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – MKJS

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Sangster International Airport?

The ICAO code is MKJS and the IATA code is MBJ.

Is Jet A1 available at MKJS?

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

What is the fire category at MKJS?

Sangster International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does MKJS operate in?

Sangster International Airport operates on UTC-5.

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

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 MKJS.