Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Japan

RJSSSDJ

Sendai Airport

Natori, Japan

ICAO

RJSS

IATA

SDJ

Category

International Hub

Elevation

15 ft

Country

Japan

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at RJSS

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Sendai Airport (RJSS / SDJ) in Natori, Japan, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

RJSS is listed in our network as an international hub 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 RJSS

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

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

Jet A1 Fuel at RJSS

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

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′ 24″ N 140° 55′ 1″ E; elevation 15 ft; local time UTC+9.

Crew & Passenger Services in Natori

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

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

Cargo Operations at RJSS

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

Field Information

Sendai Airport

Latitude
38° 8′ 24″ N
Longitude
140° 55′ 1″ E
ICAO code
RJSS
IATA code
SDJ
Municipality
Natori
Timezone
UTC+9
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To SDJ?

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

Submit flight inquiry for RJSS

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – RJSS

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Sendai Airport?

The ICAO code is RJSS and the IATA code is SDJ.

Is Jet A1 available at RJSS?

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

What is the fire category at RJSS?

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

What time zone does RJSS operate in?

Sendai Airport operates on UTC+9.

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

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 RJSS.