Regional airport · Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia
Al Kharj/Prince Sultan AB
- Elevation
- 1,651 ft
- Coordinates
- 24°04′N 47°35′E
- Local time
- Asia/Riyadh
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Field information
OEPS runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Al Kharj/Prince Sultan AB (OEPS/AKH) has 2 runways; the longest, 17L/35R, is 13,123 ft (4,000 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at OEPS, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
Regional airport
Time zone
Asia/Riyadh
Country
Saudi Arabia
SA
Municipality
Al Kharj
Elevation
1,651 ft
Position
24.0627, 47.5805
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · OEPS
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17L/35R | 13,123 ft (4,000 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 17R/35L | 13,123 ft (4,000 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | — |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at OEPS.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Al Kharj/Prince Sultan AB (OEPS / AKH) in Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. OEPS is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at OEPS
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Saudi Arabia
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Saudi Arabia. Applicable permit lead times for Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at OEPS
Direct FBO and handler coordination at OEPS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at OEPS
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at OEPS is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to OEPS
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for OEPS: 24° 3′ 46″ N 47° 34′ 50″ E; elevation 1651 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Al Kharj
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Al Kharj. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at OEPS.
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Cargo Operations at OEPS
Support for freighter operations into OEPS covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into OEPS?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Al Kharj/Prince Sultan AB — one desk for the whole trip.