Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Laos

VLPSPKZ

Pakse International Airport

Pakse, Laos

ICAO

VLPS

IATA

PKZ

Category

International Hub

Elevation

351 ft

Country

Laos

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at VLPS

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Pakse International Airport (VLPS / PKZ) in Pakse, 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.

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.

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.

Pakse International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at VLPS

Fuel on record at Pakse International 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 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; local time UTC+7.

Crew & Passenger Services in Pakse

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

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

Cargo Operations at VLPS

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

Field Information

Pakse International Airport

Latitude
15° 8′ 2″ N
Longitude
105° 46′ 48″ E
ICAO code
VLPS
IATA code
PKZ
Municipality
Pakse
Timezone
UTC+7
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To PKZ?

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

Submit flight inquiry for VLPS

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – VLPS

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Pakse International Airport?

The ICAO code is VLPS and the IATA code is PKZ.

Is Jet A1 available at VLPS?

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

What is the fire category at VLPS?

Pakse International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does VLPS operate in?

Pakse International Airport operates on UTC+7.

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

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 VLPS.