Who handles aircraft at Hurghada International Airport (HEGN/HRG)?

Primary ground handlers at HEGN are EgyptAir Ground Services (EAGS). LFS coordinates ramp, passenger, cargo, and turnaround services with these handlers 24/7.

What is the typical turnaround time at HEGN?

Narrow-body transit ~45 minutes, wide-body ~90 minutes under normal conditions.

What is the fuel price at HEGN?

Indicative Jet A-1 price band at HEGN: USD 3.00 – 3.40 per US gallon, supplied by Misr Petroleum. LFS confirms live uplift price on request.

How much lead time does LFS need for HEGN?

Standard lead time is 48 hours for permits and handling at HEGN. AOG and medevac handled immediately.

Can the 747-400 operate from Hurghada International Airport (HEGN/HRG)?

HEGN's 13,171 ft runway comfortably accommodates the 747-400 at MTOW (3,271 ft headroom). Standard handling, fuel, and turnaround services are available.

What is the longest runway at Hurghada International Airport?

13,171 ft across 2 runways, sufficient for 747-400 operations.

What payload can the 747-400 carry into HEGN?

For a 416-seat 747-400, payload is bag-and-cargo limited at the booked passenger load. Send the trip sheet and we will confirm performance.

Who handles the 747-400 at HEGN?

EgyptAir Ground Services (EAGS) handle the 747-400 on the HEGN ramp. LFS coordinates ramp services, fuel uplift via Misr Petroleum, crew transport, and turnaround under one trip reference.

What is the typical 747-400 turnaround time at HEGN?

On a clean transit, 90 minutes on-blocks to off-blocks for a passenger 747-400. Add 30–60 minutes for boarding and turnaround cleaning on a full payload.

How much lead time does LFS need for 747-400 into HEGN?

Standard permits, slots, and handling for HEGN take 48 hours. AOG, medevac, and humanitarian flights are handled immediately — call or WhatsApp the dispatch desk.

What is the Jet A-1 fuel price for 747-400 at HEGN?

Indicative Jet A-1 at HEGN is USD 3.00 – 3.40 per US gallon (ex-taxes), supplied by Misr Petroleum. For a 747-400 uplift LFS confirms live price and into-plane fee per trip.

Aircraft handling at Hurghada International Airport

HEGN / HRG · Hurghada, Egypt

Longest runway

13,171 ft

Runways

Country

Egypt

LFS coverage

24 / 7

Operational profile — HEGN

Hurghada International Airport (HEGN / HRG) — handlers, fuel, and turnaround

Ground handlers

EgyptAir Ground Services (EAGS)

Fuel agents

Misr Petroleum

Permit lead time

48 h

Narrow-body turnaround

45 min

Wide-body turnaround

90 min

Jet A-1 (indicative, USD / USG)

3.00 – 3.40

Ex-taxes / fees. LFS confirms live uplift price per trip.

Operating notes

·H24, slot-coordinated in peak season (Oct–Apr) due to European charter inbound.
·Twin runways 16L/34R and 16R/34L, 4,000 m grooved — all wide-bodies at MTOW.
·Customs H24, 24-hour PNR for non-scheduled and charter.

Performance considerations

Red Sea coastal field; summer OAT 38–42 °C with low humidity. Crosswind on 34L/16R can exceed 25 kt during Apr–Jun shamal — secondary runway covers.

Why crews call LFS for HEGN: LFS handles resort charter waves into HEGN with EAGS ramp coordination, Misr Petroleum fuel, and ECAA Red Sea permits cleared in 24–48 hours.

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