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Regional Airport · Colombia

SKRHRCH

Almirante Padilla Airport

Riohacha, Colombia

ICAO

SKRH

IATA

RCH

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

43 ft

Country

Colombia

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at SKRH

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Almirante Padilla Airport (SKRH / RCH) in Riohacha, Colombia, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

SKRH 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 – Colombia

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

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

Ground Handling at SKRH

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

Almirante Padilla Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

Jet A1 Fuel at SKRH

Fuel on record at Almirante Padilla 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 SKRH

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

Planning reference for SKRH: 11° 31′ 34″ N 72° 55′ 34″ W; elevation 43 ft; local time UTC-5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Riohacha

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

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

Cargo Operations at SKRH

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

Field Information

Almirante Padilla Airport

Latitude
11° 31′ 34″ N
Longitude
72° 55′ 34″ W
ICAO code
SKRH
IATA code
RCH
Municipality
Riohacha
Timezone
UTC-5
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To RCH?

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

Submit flight inquiry for SKRH

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – SKRH

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Almirante Padilla Airport?

The ICAO code is SKRH and the IATA code is RCH.

Is Jet A1 available at SKRH?

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

What is the fire category at SKRH?

Almirante Padilla Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

What time zone does SKRH operate in?

Almirante Padilla Airport operates on UTC-5.

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

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 SKRH.