Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Japan

RJECAKJ

Asahikawa Airport

Higashikagura, Japan

ICAO

RJEC

IATA

AKJ

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

721 ft

Country

Japan

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at RJEC

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Asahikawa Airport (RJEC / AKJ) in Higashikagura, Japan, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

RJEC 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 – Japan

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

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

Ground Handling at RJEC

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

Asahikawa Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

Jet A1 Fuel at RJEC

Fuel on record at Asahikawa 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 RJEC

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

Planning reference for RJEC: 43° 40′ 16″ N 142° 26′ 49″ E; elevation 721 ft; local time UTC+9.

Crew & Passenger Services in Higashikagura

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

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

Cargo Operations at RJEC

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

Field Information

Asahikawa Airport

Latitude
43° 40′ 16″ N
Longitude
142° 26′ 49″ E
ICAO code
RJEC
IATA code
AKJ
Municipality
Higashikagura
Timezone
UTC+9
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 AKJ?

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

Submit flight inquiry for RJEC

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – RJEC

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Asahikawa Airport?

The ICAO code is RJEC and the IATA code is AKJ.

Is Jet A1 available at RJEC?

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

What is the fire category at RJEC?

Asahikawa Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does RJEC operate in?

Asahikawa Airport operates on UTC+9.

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

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 RJEC.