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Business Aircraft Ops to VOBL, Bangalore, India

Posted on September 24, 2020by VVIP Flight

Airport name: Kempegowda International Airport

ICAO code: VOBL                                                                 

IATA Code: BLR

City Name: Bangalore

Country: India

Airport Operating Hours of VOBL airport / BLR airport: H24

Curfew and Restrictions of VOBL airport / BLR airport: VOBL/BLR airport runway is closed for operation between 0700-0930 UTC on every Tuesday.

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

CIQ Hours of VOBL airport / BLR airport: H24

Slots/PPR requirements at VOBL airport / BLR airport: Airport slots are required when you operate in VOBL airport / BLR 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.  VOBL airport / BLR airport is the airport with slot validity of (+) 45 & (-) 15 minutes.

Parking Availability at VOBL airport / BLR airport: Overnight parking is available in VOBL airport / BLR airport with prior by approval only. VOBL airport / BLR airport implements temporary parking restrictions from time to time. It is always recommended to confirm all parking arrangements well in advance. VOBL apron has both power in- push back and power in – power out parking stands, which is subject to availability and duration of parking. It is mandatory regulation to carry tow bar on board the aircraft, however tow bar for some of the GA aircrafts are available at VOBL airport / Bangalore airport.

Port of entry VOBL airport / BLR airport: Yes, VOBL airport / BLR airport is port of entry/exit.

Crew visa requirements for GA flights: 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.

E-visa acceptable VOBL airport / BLR airport: Yes E-visa facility is available in VOBL airport / BLR airport. E-visa is acceptable at VOBL airport / BLR airport.

Ground Handler at VOBL airport / BLR airport: VVIP Flight (ops@vvipflight.com) can assist you with your permits, ground handling, slots, parking, CIQ coordination and other GA flight services at VOBL airport / BLR airport

VOBL Landing Permit Notice Period: It takes 3 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 requires 7 working days for flight originating from PRC country to obtain landing permission (flight should operate on 8th day).

GA Lounge/Terminal: General aviation lounge is not available for at VOBL airport / BLR airport.

Tow Bar requirements at VOBL airport / BLR airport:  It is mandatory regulation to carry tow bar on board the aircraft in India, however tow bar for some of business aircrafts are available with the handler in airport like VOBL (Bangalore). It is advised to check tow bar availability before the flight operation.

Caterer at VOBL /BLR: Catering, laundry and dish cleaning facility are available with caterers at VOBL / BLR airport.

Jet Fuel at VOBL / BLR: Fuel facility is H24 available at VOBL airport.

Hotel at VOBL: Good 5 star hotels are available in the city which is approx one hour drive from VOBL airport.  Taj Hotel, ITC Hotel, Four seasons and The Oberoi Hotel are few of them.

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 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 India- Landing & Overflying Permit

Posted on September 9, 2020by VVIP Flight

Lead time for obtaining India landing permit:

CAA requires mandatory notice period of 3 working days to grant India landing permission. Flight should operate on 4th day, except flights originating from PRC countries

It requires 7 working days notice period to grant India Landing permission for flight originating from PRC country. Flight should operate on 8th day.

List of PRC Countries:  China, North Korea, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, Somalia, Nigeria.

Lead time for obtaining India over flight permit:

CAA requires mandatory notice period of 1 working day to grant India overflying permission. Flight should operate on 2nd day, except flights originating from PRC countries.

It requires 3 working days notice period to grant India Landing permission for flight originating from PRC country. Flight should operate on 4th day.

List of PRC Countries:  China, North Korea, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, Somalia, Nigeria.

 Lead time for obtaining permits to Defense air filed (military airport):

 3 to 4 weeks

 Lead time for obtaining India Over flight permit for Ambulance flight:

 1 working day

 Lead time for obtaining India Landing permit for Ambulance flight:

 1 working day

Detail required applying for landing permit           

Operator Name, Acft Registration,  Acft Call Sign, Type of Aircraft, Schedule, Crew Name, Passport details such as passport number, date of issue, date of expiry, Nationality, Date of Birth etc. Pax name, Passport details such as passport number, date of issue, date of expiry, Nationality, Date of Birth etc.

Additional information required for Ambulance flight:

Name and address of the Hospital, Treating doctor Name and contact number, Patient medical history.

Validity of India Landing Permit:

India Landing permit is valid for plus (+) 48 hours.                     

Validity of India overflying Permit:

India overflying permit is valid for plus (+) 48 hours.

Major International Airports in India:

VIDP  (Delhi airport), VABB (Mumbai airport), VOBL (Bangalore airport),VOMM ( Chennai Airport), VOGO (Goa Airport) , VECC (Kolkata Airport), VOCI (Cochin Airport),VOHS ( Hyderabad Airport), VAAH (Ahmadabad Airport),VOTV ( Trivandrum Airport), VOCI ( Calicut Airport), VILK (Lucknow Airport), VIAR (Amritsar Airport), VOTR ( Trichy Airport), VIJP (Jaipur Airport), VOML (Mangalore Airport), VAPO (Pune Airport), VANP (Nagpur Airport),VOCB ( Coimbatore Airport), VEGY (Gaya Airport), VEDB (Bagdogra Airport), VEGT (Guwahati Airport),VEBN ( Varanasi Airport), VICG (Chandigarh Airport), VOVZ ( Vishakhapatnam Airport), VOMD Madurai Airport), VEBS (Bhubaneswar Airport) and VOPB ( Port Blair Airport).

Major Defense Airports in India:

VIAG (Agra Airport), VIJO (Jodhpur Airport) , VEAB (Allahabad Airport), VEJT (Jorhat Airport), VIJR (Jaisalmer Airport) , VABJ ( Bhuj Airport), VICG (Chandigarh Airport), VIGR ( Gwalior Airport), VAJM (Jamnagar Airport), VOVZ (Visakhapatnam Airport), VOGO (Goa Airport), VAPO( Pune Airport), VOYK( Yelahanka Air Force Station), VOPB (Port Blair Airport), VAOZ (Ozar Airport).

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.

CategoriesGround Handling

Business Aircraft Ops to VIJP (Jaipur) airport, India

Posted on September 3, 2020by VVIP Flight

Airport name: Jaipur International Airport

ICAO code: VIJP                                                                   

IATA Code: JAI

City Name: Jaipur

Country: India

Airport Operating Hours of VIJP airport / JAI airport: H24

Curfew and Restrictions of VIJP airport / JAI airport: NIL (It is recommended to check GA restriction and curfew before you operate into VIJP airport)

CIQ Hours of VIJP airport / JAI airport: H24

Slots/PPR requirements at VIJP airport / JAI airport: Airport slots are required when you operate in VIJP airport / JAI 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.  VIJP airport / JAI airport is the airport with slot validity of (+) 45 & (-) 15 minutes.

Parking Availability at VIJP airport / JAI airport:  Overnight parking is available in VIJP airport / JAI airport with prior approval only. VIJP airport / JAI 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 in VIJP airport / JAI airport need aircraft to be pushed back before departure using tow bar and push truck. However power in and self power out parking stands is also available subject to availability.  It is mandatory regulation to carry tow bar on board the aircraft.

Port of entry VIJP airport / JAI airport: Yes, VIJP / JAI airport is port of entry

Crew visa requirements for GA flights: 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.

E-visa acceptable VIJP airport / JAI airport: Yes E-visa facility is available at VIJP airport / JAI airport. E-visa is acceptable at JAI airport / VIJP airport.

Ground Handler at VIJP airport / JAI airport: VVIP Flight (ops@vvipflight.com / +91-8010686868) can assist you with your permits, ground handling, slots, parking, CIQ coordination and other GA flight services at VIJP airport / JAI airport.

VIJP Landing Permit Notice Period: It takes 3 working days to obtain landing permit (flight should operate on 4th day) except flights originating from PRC countries  China, North Korea, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, Somalia, Nigeria. Require 7 working days (flight should operate on 8th day) to obtain landing permission.

GA Lounge/Terminal: General aviation lounge is not available.

Tow Bar requirements at VIJP airport / JAI airport:   It is mandatory regulation to carry tow bar on board the aircraft in India, however power in and self power out stands are available at VIJP airport subject to availability.

Caterer at VIJP /JAI airport: Catering and dish cleaning facility are available with caterers at VIJP airport.

Jet Fuel at VIJP / JAI airport: Fuel facility is H24 available at VIJP airport.

Hotel at VIJP: Good 5 star hotels are available few minutes’ drive from VIJP airport. The Oberoi Rajvillas, ITC Rajputana, Rambagh palae are few of them.

Places to Visit: Historic monuments and structures that surround pink city reflect the rich culture and the long history that has carved the face of Jaipur. Jaipur is also known as shoppers paradise as the local handicrafts and artifacts are of very high quality. Even the various rulers supported these local art forms as they invited several skilled artists, artisans as well as craftsmen from all over India and even abroad, to come to the city and master their skill while at the same time educate the local folks. Thus, there are too many best things to do in Jaipur and the city has something for everyone. Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace are few to the places you must visit.

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 article are subject to change from time to time, for most latest information please feel free to contact us.

CategoriesGround Handling

Business Aircraft Ops to VABB Airport

Posted on August 25, 2020by VVIP Flight

Airport name: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

ICAO code: VABB                                                                

IATA Code: BOM

City Name: Mumbai

Country: India

Airport Operating Hours of VABB airport / BOM airport: H24

Curfew and Restrictions of VABB airport / BOM airport: 0230-0430 UTC, 1200-1400 UTC and 2150-2230 UTC (daily) & 1545-1745 UTC (No landing allowed).

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

CIQ Hours of VABB airport / BOM airport: H24

Slots/PPR requirements at VABB airport / BOM airport: Airport slots are required when you operate in VABB airport / BOM airport (Mumbai 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.  VABB airport / BOM airport is the airport with slot validity of (+) (-) 30 minutes.

Parking Availability at VABB airport / BOM airport: Overnight parking is available in VABB airport / BOM airport with prior approval only. VABB airport / BOM airport implement temporary parking restrictions from time to time. It’s always recommended to confirm all parking arrangements well in advance. Parking at VABB airport / BOM airport is non standard parking, aircraft has to be towed in on arrival for parking and to be pushed back before departure using tow bar and push truck. It is mandatory regulation to carry tow bar on board the aircraft, however tow bar for most of the GA aircrafts are available at VABB airport / Mumbai airport. Per hour Penal charges are levied on International General Aviation flight if parking exceed 72 hours or approved timing.

Port of entry VABB airport / BOM airport: Yes, VABB / BOM airport is port of entry/exit.

Crew visa requirements for GA flights: 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.

E-visa acceptable VABB airport / BOM airport: Yes E-visa facility is available in VABB airport / BOM airport. E-visa is acceptable at VABB airport / BOM airport.

Ground Handler at VABB airport / BOM airport: VVIP Flight (ops@vvipflight.com) can assist you with your permits, ground handling, slots, parking, CIQ coordination and other GA flight services at VABB airport / BOM airport

VABB Landing Permit Notice Period: It takes 3 working days to obtain landing permit (flight should operate on 4th day) except for flights originating from PRC countries ( China, North Korea, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, Somalia, Nigeria). It requires 7 working days for flight originating from PRC country. (flight should operate on 8th day) to obtain landing permission.

GA Lounge/Terminal: General aviation lounge is available for General Aviation flights at VABB airport / BOM airport.

Tow Bar requirements at VABB airport / BOM airport:  General Aviation Apron has all push back parking stands at VABB airport. It is mandatory regulation to carry tow bar on board the aircraft in India, however tow bar of most of the business aircrafts are available with the handler at airport like VABB (Mumbai). Most of the parking stands in Mumbai are non standard.

Caterer at VABB /BOM: Catering, laundry and dish cleaning facility are available with caterers at VABB / BOM airport.

Jet Fuel at VABB / BOM: Fuel facility is H24 available at VABB airport.

Hotel at VABB: Good 5 star hotels are available few minutes’ drive from VABB airport.  J W Marriott, The Oberoi and The Taj are few of them.

Places to Visit:  Mumbai is the city which never sleeps. It is famous for its beaches, food and bolly wood. Gateway of India and marine drive are few places you can explore.

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 article are subject to change from time to time, for most latest information please feel free to contact us.

CategoriesGround Handling

Business aircraft ops to VIDP New Delhi, India

Posted on August 11, 2020by VVIP Flight

Airport name: Indira Gandhi International Airport

ICAO code: VIDP

IATA Code: DEL

City Name: New Delhi

Country: India

Airport Operating Hours of VIDP airport / DEL airport: H24

Curfew and Restrictions of VIDP airport / DEL airport: NIL (It is recommended to check GA restriction and curfew before you operate into VIDP airport)

CIQ Hours of VIDP airport / DEL airport: H24

Slots/PPR requirements at VIDP airport / DEL airport: Airport slots are required when you operate in VIDP airport / DEL airport (New Delhi) 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.  VIDP airport / DEL airport is the airport with slot validity of (+) (-) 30 minutes.

Parking Availability at VIDP airport / DEL airport: Overnight parking is available in VIDP airport / DEL airport, New Delhi with prior approval only. VIDP airport / DEL 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 in VIDP airport / DEL airport (New Delhi) need aircraft to be pushed back before departure using tow bar and push truck. It is mandatory regulation to carry tow bar on board the aircraft, however tow bar for most of the GA aircrafts are available at VIDP airport / New Delhi airport.

Port of entry VIDP airport / DEL airport: Yes, VIDP / DEL airport is port of entry

Crew visa requirements for GA flights: 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.

E-visa acceptable VIDP airport / DEL airport: Yes E-visa facility is available in VIDP airport / DEL airport. E-visa is acceptable at VIDP airport / DEL airport.

Ground Handler at VIDP airport / DEL airport: VVIP Flight (ops@vvipflight.com) can assist you with your permits, ground handling, slots, parking, CIQ coordination and other GA flight services at VIDP airport / DEL airport

VIDP Landing Permit Notice Period: It takes 3 working days to obtain landing permit (flight should operate on 4th day) except flights originating from PRC countries  China, North Korea, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, Somalia, Nigeria. Require 7 working days (flight should operate on 8th day) to obtain landing permission.

GA Lounge/Terminal at VIDP: General aviation lounge is available only for domestic flights at VIDP airport / DEL airport. However new FBO for International flight is under construction and expected to start by 2020.

Tow Bar requirements at VIDP airport / DEL airport:  General Aviation Apron has all push back parking stands at VIDP airport. It is mandatory regulation to carry tow bar on board the aircraft in India, however tow bar of most of the business aircrafts are available with the handler in airport like VIDP (New Delhi).

Caterer at VIDP /DEL: Catering, laundry and dish cleaning facility are available with caterers at VIDP / DEL airport.

Jet Fuel at VIDP / DEL: Fuel facility is H24 available at VIDP airport.

Hotel at VIDP: Good 5 star hotels are available few minutes’ drive from VIDP airport at Aero city. J W Marriott, The Andaz by Hyatt and Novotel are few of them.

Places to Visit: Historic monuments and structures that surround this vibrant capital reflect the rich culture and the long history that has carved the face of Delhi. Qutub Minar, Red Fort, India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus temple and Bangla Sahib Gurudwara are few places you can explore.

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 article are subject to change from time to time, for most latest information please feel free to contact us.

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