Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Thailand

VTSPHKT

Phuket International Airport

Phuket, Thailand

ICAO

VTSP

IATA

HKT

Category

International Hub

Elevation

82 ft

Country

Thailand

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at VTSP

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Phuket International Airport (VTSP / HKT) in Phuket, Thailand, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

VTSP 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 – Thailand

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

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

Ground Handling at VTSP

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

Phuket International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at VTSP

Fuel on record at Phuket International 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 VTSP

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

Planning reference for VTSP: 8° 6′ 47″ N 98° 19′ 1″ E; elevation 82 ft; local time UTC+7.

Crew & Passenger Services in Phuket

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

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

Cargo Operations at VTSP

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

Field Information

Phuket International Airport

Latitude
8° 6′ 47″ N
Longitude
98° 19′ 1″ E
ICAO code
VTSP
IATA code
HKT
Municipality
Phuket
Timezone
UTC+7
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To HKT?

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

Submit flight inquiry for VTSP

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – VTSP

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

The ICAO code is VTSP and the IATA code is HKT.

Is Jet A1 available at VTSP?

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

What is the fire category at VTSP?

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

What time zone does VTSP operate in?

Phuket International Airport operates on UTC+7.

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

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 VTSP.