International hub · Sakaka, Saudi Arabia
Al Jouf
- Elevation
- 2,261 ft
- Coordinates
- 29°47′N 40°06′E
- Local time
- Asia/Riyadh
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Field information
OESK runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Al Jouf (OESK/AJF) has one runway, 10/28, 12,011 ft (3,661 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 6. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at OESK, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Riyadh
Country
Saudi Arabia
SA
Municipality
Al-Jawf
Elevation
2,261 ft
Position
29.7833, 40.1009
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 6
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Runways · OESK
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 12,011 ft (3,661 m) | 147 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at OESK.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Al Jouf (OESK / AJF) in Sakaka, Saudi Arabia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. OESK is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at OESK
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 OESK
Direct FBO and handler coordination at OESK covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at OESK
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at OESK is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to OESK
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for OESK: 29° 47′ 0″ N 40° 6′ 3″ E; elevation 2261 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Sakaka
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Sakaka. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at OESK.
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Cargo Operations at OESK
Support for freighter operations into OESK covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where OESK sits in the network
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Operating into OESK?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Al Jouf — one desk for the whole trip.