Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Kiribati

PLCHCXI

Cassidy International Airport

Kiritimati, Kiribati

ICAO

PLCH

IATA

CXI

Category

International Hub

Elevation

5 ft

Country

Kiribati

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at PLCH

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Cassidy International Airport (PLCH / CXI) in Kiritimati, Kiribati, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

PLCH 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 – Kiribati

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

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

Ground Handling at PLCH

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

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

Jet A1 Fuel at PLCH

Fuel on record at Cassidy International Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to PLCH

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

Planning reference for PLCH: 1° 59′ 10″ N 157° 20′ 60″ W; elevation 5 ft; local time UTC+14.

Crew & Passenger Services in Kiritimati

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

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

Cargo Operations at PLCH

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

Field Information

Cassidy International Airport

Latitude
1° 59′ 10″ N
Longitude
157° 20′ 60″ W
ICAO code
PLCH
IATA code
CXI
Municipality
Kiritimati
Timezone
UTC+14
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To CXI?

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

Submit flight inquiry for PLCH

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – PLCH

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

The ICAO code is PLCH and the IATA code is CXI.

Is Jet A1 available at PLCH?

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

What is the fire category at PLCH?

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

What time zone does PLCH operate in?

Cassidy International Airport operates on UTC+14.

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

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 PLCH.