Regional airport · Yamagata, Japan
Yamagata
- Elevation
- 353 ft
- Coordinates
- 38°25′N 140°22′E
- Local time
- Asia/Tokyo
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Field information
RJSC runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Yamagata (RJSC/GAJ) has one runway, 01/19, 6,560 ft (1,999 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: 2300-1100Z. Prior permission required (PPR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at RJSC, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
Regional airport
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Country
Japan
JP
Municipality
Higashine
Elevation
353 ft
Position
38.4119, 140.3710
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
2300-1100Z
Access
Prior permission required (PPR)
Runways · RJSC
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 6,560 ft (1,999 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at RJSC.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Yamagata (RJSC / GAJ) in Yamagata, Japan, through one 24/7 OCC desk. RJSC is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at RJSC
One 24/7 OCC desk
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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.
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Ground Handling at RJSC
Direct FBO and handler coordination at RJSC covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at RJSC
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at RJSC is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to RJSC
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for RJSC: 38° 24′ 43″ N 140° 22′ 16″ E; elevation 353 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Yamagata
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Yamagata. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at RJSC.
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Cargo Operations at RJSC
Support for freighter operations into RJSC covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where RJSC sits in the network
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Operating into RJSC?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Yamagata — one desk for the whole trip.