International hub · Sendai, Japan
Sendai
- Elevation
- 15 ft
- Coordinates
- 38°08′N 140°55′E
- Local time
- Asia/Tokyo
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Field information
RJSS runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Sendai (RJSS/SDJ) has 2 runways; the longest, 09/27, is 9,842 ft (3,000 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Operating hours: 2230-1300Z. Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at RJSS, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Country
Japan
JP
Municipality
Natori
Elevation
15 ft
Position
38.1397, 140.9170
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Operating hours
2230-1300Z
Slots
Slot required
Runways · RJSS
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 9,842 ft (3,000 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 12/30 | 3,940 ft (1,201 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at RJSS.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Sendai (RJSS / SDJ) in Sendai, Japan, through one 24/7 OCC desk. RJSS 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 RJSS
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 RJSS
Direct FBO and handler coordination at RJSS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at RJSS
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at RJSS is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to RJSS
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for RJSS: 38° 8′ 23″ N 140° 55′ 1″ E; elevation 15 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Sendai
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Sendai. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at RJSS.
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Cargo Operations at RJSS
Support for freighter operations into RJSS covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where RJSS sits in the network
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Operating into RJSS?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Sendai — one desk for the whole trip.