Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Japan

RJST

JASDF Matsushima Air Base

Ishinomaki, Japan

ICAO

RJST

IATA

—

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

7 ft

Country

Japan

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at RJST

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at JASDF Matsushima Air Base (RJST) in Ishinomaki, Japan, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

RJST is listed in our network as a regional airport. 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 RJST

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

Jet A1 Fuel at RJST

Fuel on record at JASDF Matsushima Air Base: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to RJST

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

Planning reference for RJST: 38° 24′ 18″ N 141° 13′ 12″ E; elevation 7 ft; local time UTC+9.

Crew Services in Ishinomaki

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

Field Information

JASDF Matsushima Air Base

Latitude
38° 24′ 18″ N
Longitude
141° 13′ 12″ E
ICAO code
RJST
IATA code
—
Municipality
Ishinomaki
Timezone
UTC+9
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
—
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To RJST?

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

Submit flight inquiry for RJST

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – RJST

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for JASDF Matsushima Air Base?

The ICAO code is RJST; no IATA code is assigned.

Is Jet A1 available at RJST?

Yes. Fuel on record at JASDF Matsushima Air Base is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What time zone does RJST operate in?

JASDF Matsushima Air Base operates on UTC+9.

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

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 RJST.