Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Saudi Arabia

OEPSAKH

Prince Sultan Air Base

Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia

ICAO

OEPS

IATA

AKH

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

1,651 ft

Country

Saudi Arabia

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at OEPS

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Prince Sultan Air Base (OEPS / AKH) in Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

OEPS is listed in our network as a regional airport with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

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.

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.

Prince Sultan Air Base publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

Jet A1 Fuel at OEPS

Fuel on record at Prince Sultan Air Base: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

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′ 47″ N 47° 34′ 52″ E; elevation 1,651 ft; local time UTC+3.

Crew Services in Al Kharj

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

Field Information

Prince Sultan Air Base

Latitude
24° 3′ 47″ N
Longitude
47° 34′ 52″ E
ICAO code
OEPS
IATA code
AKH
Municipality
Al Kharj
Timezone
UTC+3
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To AKH?

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

Submit flight inquiry for OEPS

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – OEPS

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Prince Sultan Air Base?

The ICAO code is OEPS and the IATA code is AKH.

Is Jet A1 available at OEPS?

Yes. Fuel on record at Prince Sultan Air Base is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at OEPS?

Prince Sultan Air Base publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does OEPS operate in?

Prince Sultan Air Base operates on UTC+3.

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

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 OEPS.