International hub · Pakze, Laos
Pakse International
- Elevation
- 351 ft
- Coordinates
- 15°08′N 105°47′E
- Local time
- Asia/Vientiane
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Field information
VLPS runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Pakse International (VLPS/PKZ) has one runway, 15/33, 7,874 ft (2,400 m) long of concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at VLPS, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Vientiane
Country
Laos
LA
Municipality
Pakse
Elevation
351 ft
Position
15.1340, 105.7799
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · VLPS
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 7,874 ft (2,400 m) | 147 ft | concrete | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at VLPS.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Pakse International (VLPS / PKZ) in Pakze, Laos, through one 24/7 OCC desk. VLPS 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 VLPS
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Laos
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Laos. Applicable permit lead times for Laos 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 Laos are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at VLPS
Direct FBO and handler coordination at VLPS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at VLPS
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at VLPS is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
- 04
Flight Planning & Dispatch to VLPS
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for VLPS: 15° 8′ 2″ N 105° 46′ 48″ E; elevation 351 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Pakze
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Pakze. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VLPS.
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Cargo Operations at VLPS
Support for freighter operations into VLPS covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where VLPS sits in the network
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Operating into VLPS?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Pakse International — one desk for the whole trip.