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International Hub · Pakistan

OPSDKDU

Skardu International Airport

Skardu, Pakistan

ICAO

OPSD

IATA

KDU

Category

International Hub

Elevation

7,316 ft

Country

Pakistan

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at OPSD

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Skardu International Airport (OPSD / KDU) in Skardu, Pakistan, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

OPSD 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 – Pakistan

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

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

Ground Handling at OPSD

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

Skardu International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

Fuel Planning for OPSD

No fuel supply is recorded at Skardu International Airport. Our OCC confirms current availability directly with the airport and plans fuel uplift at an alternate station where required.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to OPSD

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

Planning reference for OPSD: 35° 20′ 20″ N 75° 32′ 20″ E; elevation 7,316 ft; local time UTC+5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Skardu

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

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

Cargo Operations at OPSD

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

Field Information

Skardu International Airport

Latitude
35° 20′ 20″ N
Longitude
75° 32′ 20″ E
ICAO code
OPSD
IATA code
KDU
Municipality
Skardu
Timezone
UTC+5
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
No fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To KDU?

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

Submit flight inquiry for OPSD

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – OPSD

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

The ICAO code is OPSD and the IATA code is KDU.

Is Jet A1 available at OPSD?

No fuel supply is recorded at Skardu International Airport; our OCC confirms availability directly with the airport and plans uplift at an alternate station where required.

What is the fire category at OPSD?

Skardu International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

What time zone does OPSD operate in?

Skardu International Airport operates on UTC+5.

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

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 OPSD.