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Business Aircraft Ops to VOGO Airport, Goa, India

Posted on January 21, 2021by VVIP Flight

Airport name: Goa International Airport

ICAO code: VOGO

IATA Code: GOI

City Name: Goa

Country: India

Fire Category: VIII

Airport Operating Hours of VOGO airport / GOI airport: H24

Curfew and Restrictions of VOGO airport / GOI airport: Commercial and Non-schedule flights are not permitted in between below given timings due to Navy Flying.

Mon-Fri = 0300 UTC – 0700 UTC & 1000 UTC- 1100 UTC

Sat = 0200 UTC- 0600 UTC.

In addition to above non-schedule flights are not permitted to operate in between 0700-1000 UTC daily.

(It is recommended to check latest GA restriction and curfew before you operate into VOGO airport)

CIQ Hours of VOGO airport / GOI airport: H24

Slots/PPR requirements at VOGO airport / GOI airport: Airport slots are required when you operate in VOGO airport. Slots are requested via e-mail / fax from the airport slot coordinator. This is generally done by the agent or handler on the behalf of operator.

Parking Availability at VOGO airport / GOI airport: There is paucity of parking space at VOGO airport, limited overnight parking is available in VOGO airport with prior approval only. VOGO airport implement temporary parking restrictions from time to time. It is always recommended to confirm all parking arrangements well in advance. Most of the parking stands at VOGO airport need aircraft to be pushed back before departure using tow bar and push truck. VOGO airport also have few power in and self-power out parking stands subject to availability.

Port of entry/exit VOGO airport / GOI airport: Yes, VOGO airport is port of entry/exit.

Crew visa requirements for GA flights in India: All general aviation crew arriving in India must carry with them a valid BUSINESS VISA issued by the Indian Embassy / Consulate or an E-BUSINESS VISA available online. If time permitting, it is recommended that they carry with them a valid Business Visa issued by the Indian Embassy/Consulate.

For applying the Business Visa, some Embassies ask for an invitation/sponsorship letter which VVIP Flight will gladly provide.

Pax visa requirements for GA flights in India: All Pax must arrive with valid Indian visa or Indian e-visa (available online).

E-visa acceptable VOGO airport / GOI airport: Yes E-visa facility is available in VOGO airport. E-visa is acceptable at VOGO Airport.

Ground Handler at VOGO airport / GOI airport: VVIP Flight (ops@vvipflight.com) can assist you with your Landing permits, Defense clearance, Ground handling, slots, parking, CIQ coordination, Catering coordination, Aviation Fuel coordination, Ground transportation arrangements, flight dispatch, weather services, hotel arrangements and other GA flight services at VOGO airport / GOI airport

VOGO Landing Permit Notice Period: It takes 3-4 weeks to obtain landing permit for VOGO airport as it is defense airfield. For foreign registered operating into defence airfield Air Operations Routine (AOR number) is required in addition to Civil Air Office clearance. AOR is generally applied and coordinated by Handler or Agent on behalf of operator.

Detail required applying for VOGO landing permit: Operator Name, Acft Registration, Acft Call Sign, Type of Aircraft, Schedule, ATS route to be flown, Crew Passport details such as Name, passport number, date of issue, date of expiry, Nationality, Date of Birth etc. Pax Passport details such as Name, passport number, date of issue, date of expiry, Nationality, Date of Birth etc.

Air Operations Routine (AOR number): All Foreign Registered Aircraft operating flight into Military Airport / Defence airport (Naval or Air force) has to obtain AOR clearance for operating to/from defence aerodromes. AOR clearance will be issued by Director of Air Intelligence, Air Headquarter (Vayu Bhavan) / Naval HQ in coordination with MoD. Once AOR is obtained civil Air Office issues landing permit to operate into defence airport. This is generally taken by your handler or agent in India.

Validity of AOR: Validity of AOR may vary. But normally it is (+) (-) 2hours. For delay beyond 2 hours on arrival / departure at Military airport revised AOR clearance is required. This is generally taken by your handler or agent in India.

GA Lounge/Terminal at VOGO airport / GOI Airport: General aviation lounge is not available at VOGO airport.

Tow Bar requirements at VOGO airport / GOI airport: VOGO airport have few power in and self-power out parking stands subject to availability. Most of the parking stands at VOGO airport are self power in and pushed back parking stands. It is mandatory regulation to carry tow bar on board the aircraft in India. It is advised to check tow bar availability before the flight operation.

Caterer at VOGO /GOI airport: Catering facility is available at VOGO. We can also assist in arranging catering at VOGO airport from nearby 5 star hotels on request.

Jet Fuel at VOGO / GOI airport: Fuel facility is available during airport watch hours at VOGO airport.

Hotel at VOGO airport: ITC Grand Goa, Grand Hyatt, Radisson Blu Resort and Taj Holiday Village Resort are some good options available in the city.

Places to Visit: Sandy beaches, warm sunsets, beautiful villages, and an atmosphere filled with joy are some of the elements that make Goa a popular beach tourist destination in India. It is not only the scenic beaches but also the tropical climate of Goa that can make one fall in love and create an urge to explore more about the place by visiting time and again. In addition to this, Goa is a perfect travel destination for those seeking for yoga and Ayurveda retreat or indulge in enthralling adventure to get a holistic travel experience.

Tourists are attracted to its golden beaches, architecture, and places of worship. It is a biodiversity hotspot and is rich in flora and fauna. Goa also offers a lush green country-side and incredible mosaic of cultural heritage, with magnificent churches, temples, forts and monuments representing a unique cultural synthesis of the East and West.

If you have any questions about this article or would like assistance planning your next trip to India, contact us ops@vvipflight.com or (OPS)- (+91)-8010686868.

Note: Regulations, watch hours, NOTAM, Fire category or any other information given in above article are subject to change from time to time, for latest information please feel free to contact us.

You can also read our blog on business aircraft ops to Major International Airports in India : VIDP Airport (Delhi airport), VABB Airport (Mumbai airport), VOBL airport (Bangalore airport),VOMM Airport ( Chennai Airport), VOGO airport (Goa Airport) , VECC airport (Kolkata Airport), VOCI airport (Cochin Airport),VAAH airport ( Ahmedabad Airport) VOTV airport ( Trivandrum Airport), VILK airport (Lucknow Airport), VIAR airport (Amritsar Airport), VOTR airport ( Trichy Airport), VIJP airport (Jaipur Airport), VOML airport (Mangalore Airport), VAPO airport (Pune Airport), VANP airport (Nagpur Airport),VOCB airport ( Coimbatore Airport), VEGY Airport (Gaya Airport), VEDB Airport (Bagdogra Airport), VEGT Airport (Guwahati Airport),VEBN Airport ( Varanasi Airport), VICG airport (Chandigarh Airport), VOVZ airport ( Vishakhapatnam Airport), VOMD airport (Madurai Airport) and VOPB airport ( Port Blair Airport).

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Business Aircraft ops to Calicut, India

Posted on January 11, 2021by VVIP Flight

Airport name: Kozhikode International Airport

ICAO code: VOCL

IATA Code: CCJ

City Name: Calicut

Country: India

Fire Category: VII

Airport Operating Hours of VOCL airport / CCJ airport: H24

Curfew and Restrictions of VOCL airport / CCJ airport: Nil

(It is recommended to check GA restriction and curfew before you operate into VOCL airport)

CIQ Hours of VOCL airport / CCJ airport: H24

Slots/PPR requirements at VOCL airport / CCJ airport: Airport slots are required when you operate in VOCL airport. Slots are requested via e-mail / fax from the airport slot coordinator. This is generally done by the agent or handler on the behalf of operator. VOCL airport is the airport with slot validity of (+) 45 (-) 15 minutes.

Parking Availability at VOCL airport / CCJ airport: Limited overnight parking is available in VOCL airport with prior approval only. VOCL airport implement temporary parking restrictions from time to time. It’s always recommended to confirm all parking arrangements well in advance. Most of the parking stands at VOCL airport need aircraft to be pushed back before departure using tow bar and push truck. VOCL airport also have few power in and self power out parking stands subject to availability.

Port of entry/exit VOCL airport / CCJ airport: Yes, VOCL airport is port of entry/exit.

For applying the Business Visa, some Embassies ask for an invitation/sponsorship letter which VVIP Flight will gladly provide.

Pax visa requirements for GA flights in India: All Pax must arrive with valid Indian visa or Indian e-visa (available online).

E-visa acceptable VOCL airport / CCJ airport: Yes E-visa facility is available in VOCL airport. E-visa is acceptable at VOCL Airport.

Ground Handler at VOCL airport / CCJ airport: VVIP Flight (ops@vvipflight.com) can assist you with your Landing permits, Ground handling, slots, parking, CIQ coordination, Catering coordination, Aviation Fuel coordination, Ground transportation arrangements, flight dispatch, weather services, hotel arrangements and other GA flight services at VOCL airport / CCJ airport

VOCL Landing Permit Notice Period: It takes 03 working days to obtain landing permit (flight should operate on 4th day) except flights originating from PRC countries i.e. China, North Korea, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, Somalia, and Nigeria. It takes 07 working days to obtain landing permission for flights originating from PRC countries (flight should operate on 8th day).

GA Lounge/Terminal at VOCL airport / CCJ Airport: General aviation lounge is not available at VOCL airport.

Tow Bar requirements at VOCL airport / CCJ airport: VOCL airport have few power in and self power out parking stands subject to availability. Most of the parking stands at VOCL airport are self power in and pushed back parking stands. It is mandatory regulation to carry tow bar on board the aircraft in India. It is advised to check tow bar availability before the flight operation.

Caterer at VOCL /CCJ airport: Catering facility is available at VOCL. We can also assist in arranging catering at VOCL airport from nearby 5 star hotels on request.

Jet Fuel at VOCL / CCJ airport: Fuel facility is available during airport watch hours at VOCL airport.

Hotel at VOCL airport: The Gateway Hotel and The Riviz Calicut Hotel are some good options available in the city.

Places to Visit: Calicut or Kozhikode is well known for its beautiful landscape, festival calendar and above all its warm and fun loving local populace. Kozhikode has an important part in the history of Kerala as the Portuguese explorer; Vasco Da Gama had first set foot on its shores at Kappad beach. It was a busy port and a trading hub and was of great strategic importance in the yore. There are many tourist places to visit in Calicut. Take a peek at the past by visiting the Kappad Beach & Beypore Fort. The unspoilt and unbelievably uncrowded, the Kappad beach offers a memorable experience. Enjoy one of the best sunsets that you have ever seen or soak up the enviably slow pace of life here. Nothing seems to have changed in Kappad for the last many years and this timeless charm is what makes it a hot tourist attraction. The bird watchers cannot afford to miss out a trip to the Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, which is home to over hundred bird species. All Calicut holidays would invariably have a trip to the Thusharagiri waterfall that beats down from an impressive height. It is a popular trekking and rock-climbing spot as well, which makes it popular among adventure tourists. No matter whether you are here to enjoy a tranquil holiday in the lap of nature or an adrenalin fueled holiday, Tusharagiri would be the right option. It also has crocodile farm, managed by the state forest department.

If you have any questions about this article or would like assistance planning your next trip to India, contact us ops@vvipflight.com or (OPS)- (+91)-8010686868.

Note: Regulations, watch hours, NOTAM, Fire category or any other information given in above article are subject to change from time to time, for most latest information please feel free to contact us.

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Business Aircraft Ops to VIAR Airport- Amritsar, India

Posted on January 4, 2021by VVIP Flight

Airport name: Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport

ICAO code: VIAR

IATA Code: ATQ

City Name: Amritsar

Country: India

Fire Category: VIII

Airport Operating Hours of VIAR airport / ATQ airport: H24

Curfew and Restrictions of VIAR airport / ATQ airport: Airport Runway is closed for operation between 1100-1300 UTC from MON-FRI.

(It is recommended to check latest GA restriction and curfew before you operate into VIAR airport)

CIQ Hours of VIAR airport / ATQ airport: H24

Slots/PPR requirements at VIAR airport / ATQ airport: Airport slots are required when you operate in VIAR airport. Slots are requested via e-mail / fax from the airport slot coordinator. This is generally done by the agent or handler on the behalf of operator. VIAR airport is the airport with slot validity of (+) 45 (-) 15 minutes.

Parking Availability at VIAR airport / ATQ airport: Limited overnight parking is available in VIAR airport with prior approval only. VIAR airport implement temporary parking restrictions from time to time. It’s always recommended to confirm all parking arrangements well in advance. Most of the parking stands at VIAR airport need aircraft to be pushed back before departure using tow bar and push truck.

Port of entry/exit VIAR airport / ATQ airport: Yes, VIAR airport is port of entry/exit.

For applying the Business Visa, some Embassies ask for an invitation/sponsorship letter which VVIP Flight will gladly provide.

Pax visa requirements for GA flights in India: All Pax must arrive with valid Indian visa or Indian e-visa (available online).

E-visa acceptable VIAR airport / ATQ airport: Yes E-visa facility is available in VIAR airport. E-visa is acceptable at VIAR Airport.

Ground Handler at VIAR airport / ATQ airport: VVIP Flight (ops@vvipflight.com) can assist you with your Landing permits, Defense clearance, Ground handling, slots, parking, CIQ coordination, Catering coordination, Aviation Fuel coordination, Ground transportation arrangements, flight dispatch, weather services, hotel arrangements and other GA flight services at VIAR airport / ATQ airport

VIAR Landing Permit Notice Period: It takes 03 working days to obtain landing permit (flight should operate on 4th day) except flights originating from PRC countries i.e. China, North Korea, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, Somalia, and Nigeria. It takes 07 working days to obtain landing permission for flights originating from PRC countries (flight should operate on 8th day).

GA Lounge/Terminal at VIAR airport / ATQ Airport: General aviation lounge is not available at VIAR airport.

Tow Bar requirements at VIAR airport / ATQ airport: VIAR airport have few power in and self power out parking stands subject to availability. Most of the parking stands at VIAR airport are self power in and pushed back parking stands. It is mandatory regulation to carry tow bar on board the aircraft in India, however tow bar of some of the business aircrafts are available with the handler at VIAR airport. It is advised to check tow bar availability before the flight operation.

Caterer at VIAR /ATQ airport: It is recommended to bring catering from 5-star hotels as there is no good caterer available at the airport. We can also assist in arranging catering at VIAR airport from nearby 5-star hotels on request.

Jet Fuel at VIAR / ATQ airport: Fuel facility is H24 available at VIAR airport.

Hotel at VIAR airport: Hotel Taj Swarna, Radisson Blu and Courtyard by Marriott Amritsar are some good hotel options available in the city.

Places to Visit: A trip to Amritsar is like striking travel gold. The largest urban area in Punjab, Amritsar is one of India’s most deeply spiritual cities. Tens of thousands of devout Sikhs and cultural tourists alike make a pilgrimage to Amritsar every day for one main reason: A visit to the famous Golden Temple. There’s nothing quite like strolling around the glistening structure and sitting down for a communal meal from the temple’s massive, volunteer-run kitchen with dozens of other visitors.

But as you dig deeper into this soulful, frenetic city, you’ll have tons of other fascinating experiences that will make you fall in love with Amritsar. You can adventure to the border of Pakistan and watch the daily Wagah Border Ceremony, tuck into incredible Punjabi food, wander around the funhouse-like Mandir Mata Lal Devi, and tour the Summer Palace. Plus, Amritsar is an excellent spot to shop for Indian textiles.

If you have any questions about this article or would like assistance planning your next trip to India, contact us ops@vvipflight.com or (OPS)- (+91)-8010686868.

You can also read our blog on business aircraft ops to Major International Airports in India : VIDP Airport (Delhi airport), VABB Airport (Mumbai airport), VOBL airport (Bangalore airport),VOMM Airport ( Chennai Airport), VOGO airport (Goa Airport) , VECC airport (Kolkata Airport), VOCI airport (Cochin Airport),VAAH airport (Ahmedabad Airport) VOTV airport ( Trivandrum Airport), VOCL airport ( Calicut Airport), VILK airport (Lucknow Airport), VOTR airport ( Trichy Airport), VIJP airport (Jaipur Airport), VOML airport (Mangalore Airport), VAPO airport (Pune Airport), VANP airport (Nagpur Airport),VOCB airport ( Coimbatore Airport), VEGY Airport (Gaya Airport), VEDB Airport (Bagdogra Airport), VEGT Airport (Guwahati Airport),VEBN Airport ( Varanasi Airport), VICG airport (Chandigarh Airport), VOVZ airport ( Vishakhapatnam Airport), VOMD airport (Madurai Airport), VEBS airport (Bhubaneswar Airport) and VOPB airport ( Port Blair Airport).

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Business Aircraft Ops to Bangladesh

Posted on December 7, 2020by VVIP Flight

General Aviation (GA) flights operating into Bangladesh has to keep in mind peak commercial traffic periods while planning International trip to Bangladesh.

The following is an overview of what you need to know:

Popular Airports with CIQ facilities in Bangladesh: VGHS Airport (Dhaka airport) & VGEG (Chittagong Airport).

Landing Permit Lead Time and Requirements It takes 3 working days to obtain Bangladesh landing permit. The below mentioned documents and details are required to obtain landing permit:- A).Operator Name
B).Operator Address
C). Aircraft Type
D).Aircraft Registration Number
E). MTOW
F). Details of Crew
G). Details of Passenger
H). Flight Level
I) Flights Rules
J).Bangladesh FIR Entry Point & Exit point
K).Flight Schedule.
Valid Aircraft Documents
AOC with Operation Specification
Certificate of Registration
Certificate of Airworthiness
Certificate of Insurance
Radio License
Noise Certificate
TCAS and EGPWS Certificate
Receiving party / Sponsors details ( Only required for Landing, Receiving part details are not required if ACFT is making Technical Landing for crew rest or refueling)

Parking considerations in Bangladesh: Overnight parking available at Bangladesh airport with prior approval only. Bangladesh airport implement temporary parking restrictions from time to time. It’s always recommended to confirm all parking arrangements well in advance. Most of the parking stands at airports in Bangladesh need aircraft to be pushed back before departure using tow bar and push truck. Power in and Self power out parking stands are also available subject to availability.

Airport slots and PPR in Bangladesh: When you operate to Bangladesh slots are required. Slots are requested via e-mail / fax from the airport slot coordinator. This is generally done by the agent or handler on the behalf of operator.

General Aviation Crew Visa Requirements for Bangladesh: Crew of General aviation fight can enter on Gendec (require passport with min 06 months validity and crew ID).

Ground Handler at Bangladesh: VVIP Flight (ops@vvipflight.com) can assist you with your Landing permits, Diplomatic clearance, Ground handling, slots, parking, CIQ coordination, Catering coordination, Aviation Fuel coordination, Ground transportation arrangements, flight dispatch, weather services, hotel arrangements and other GA flight services at all airports in Bangladesh.

Towing requirements : Power in/ Self powers out parking stands are available subject to availability but it is mandatory requirement to carry tow bar on board the aircraft while operating into Bangladesh airport.

Curfew and Restrictions : It is recommended to check GA restriction and curfew before you operate into Bangladesh.

Aviation Jet Fuel: Fuel facility is available at International airports in Bangladesh.

Caterer: It is recommended to bring catering from 5 star hotels. Catering, laundry and dish cleaning facility are also available with caterers.

Hotels in Bangladesh: Pan Pacific Sonargaon, Le Meridian, The WestIn and Radisson Blu are some of good hotel options available in the city.

If you have any questions about this article or would like assistance planning your next trip to Bangladesh, contact us ops@vvipflight.com or (OPS) – (+91)-8010686868

Note: Regulations, watch hours, NOTAM or any other information given in above page are subject to change from time to time, for most latest information please feel free to contact us.

Business Aircraft Operations

Business Aircraft Ops to Sri Lanka

Posted on December 1, 2020by VVIP Flight

General Aviation (GA) flights operating into Sri Lanka has to keep in mind peak commercial traffic periods along with potential parking challenges while planning International trip to Sri Lanka.

The following is an overview of what you need to know:

Popular Airports with CIQ facilities in Sri Lanka: VCBI Airport (Colombo airport), VCRI airport (Mattala airport) and VCCC airport (Ratmalana airport).
Landing Permit Lead Time and Requirements: It takes 3 working days to obtain Srilanka Landing permit. Complete flight details along with crew and pax details, route to flown in Srilanka FIR are required to apply for the Sri Lanka landing permit.
Parking considerations in Sri Lanka: Overnight parking at airports in Sri Lanka is available with prior approval only due to limited parking stands. It is recommended to confirm parking arrangements well in advance before operating into Sri Lanka.
Airport slots and PPR in Sri Lanka: When you operate to Sri Lanka slots are required. Slots are requested via e-mail / fax from the airport slot coordinator. This is generally done by the agent or handler on the behalf of operator.
General Aviation Crew Visa Requirements for Sri Lanka : General aviation crew arriving in Sri Lanka can enter on GenDec.
Ground Handler at Sri Lanka: VVIP Flight (ops@vvipflight.com) can assist you with your Landing permits, Diplomatic clearance, Ground handling, slots, parking, CIQ coordination, Catering coordination, Aviation Fuel coordination, Ground transportation arrangements, flight dispatch, weather services, hotel arrangements and other GA flight services at Sri Lankan airports.
Tow bar requirements: Power in/self power out parking stands are subject to availability but it is mandatory requirement to carry tow bar on board the aircraft while operating into Sri Lanka.
Curfew and Restrictions : It is recommended to check GA restriction and curfew before you operate into Sri Lanka.
Aviation Jet Fuel: Fuel facility is available at all International airport in Sri Lanka.
Caterer: Catering, laundry and dish cleaning facility are available with caterers in Sri Lanka
Hotels in Sri Lanka: Good 5 star hotel options are available in the city in Sri Lanka.
Places to Visit in Sri Lanka: The Sri Lanka island – Pearl of the Indian Ocean – lures travellers with boundless opportunities for discovery with its magnificent beaches, shining blue waters, a staggering number of Unesco World Heritage Sites, oodles of elephants, verdant tea plantages, and exotic (but spicy) food. Sri Lanka is also home to some world-class hotels and resorts. Things to do in Sri Lanka

Exploring historic towns, such as Fort Galle
Whale watching
Going on a safari (e.g. observing elephants and leopards in the wild)
Relaxing on the island’s magnificent beaches
Tea tourism
Indulging in Ayurveda

If you have any questions about this article or would like assistance planning your next trip to India, contact us ops@vvipflight.com or (OPS) – (+91)-8010686868

Note: Regulations, watch hours, NOTAM or any other information given in above page are subject to change from time to time, for most latest information please feel free to contact us.

You can also read our blog on business aircraft ops to Major International Airports in Sri Lanka: VCBI Airport (Colombo airport), VCRI airport (Mattala airport) and VCCC airport (Ratmalana airport).

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Business Aircraft Ops to VOGO Airport, Goa, India

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