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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 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:

  1. Popular Airports with CIQ facilities in Sri Lanka: VCBI Airport (Colombo airport), VCRI airport (Mattala airport) and VCCC airport (Ratmalana airport).
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. General Aviation Crew Visa  Requirements for Sri Lanka : General aviation crew arriving in Sri Lanka can enter on GenDec.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. Curfew and Restrictions : It is recommended to check GA restriction and curfew before you operate into Sri Lanka.
  9. Aviation Jet Fuel: Fuel facility is available at all International airport in Sri Lanka.
  10. Caterer: Catering, laundry and dish cleaning facility are available with caterers in Sri Lanka
  11. Hotels in Sri Lanka:  Good 5 star hotel options are available in the city in Sri Lanka.
  12. 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).

CategoriesBusiness Aircraft Operations

Business Aircraft Ops to Bhutan

Posted on November 24, 2020by VVIP Flight

General Aviation (GA) flights operating into Bhutan has to keep in mind peak commercial traffic periods along with potential parking challenges and Special crew training requirement while planning International trip to Bhutan.

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

  • Popular Airports with CIQ facilities in Bhutan: VQPR Airport (PARO airport).
  • Landing Permit Lead Time and Requirements: It takes 7 working days to obtain Bhutan Landing permit. Complete flight details along with crew and pax details are required to apply for the Bhutan landing permit. Below documents are also required to be submitted to Civil Air Office along with landing application :
  • Certificate of Registration
  • Certificate of Airworthiness
  • Insurance Certificate
  • AOC or Ops Specs
  • All Pages of the license of Operating crew members.
  • Valid medical of operating crew members
  • Log book of the pilot in command
  • If no guide pilot / Navigator used, proof of training session under taken by the flight crew for this particular aerodrome.
  • General Declaration.
  • Parking considerations in Bhutan: Overnight parking at VQPR airport is available with prior approval only due to limited parking stands. It is recommended to confirm parking arrangements well in advance before operating into VQPR Airport.
  • Airport slots and PPR in Bhutan:When you operate to VQPR airport 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 Bhutan :It is recommended that all general aviation crew arriving in Bhutan must carry with them a valid VISA issued by the Bhutan Embassy / Bhutan Consulate.
  • Visa on arrival: Yes, Visa on arrival facility is available for crew members at Bhutan with prior approval. Please note crew can also be cleared on Gendec (require passport with min 06 months validity, crew ID and hotel booking within Paro City). However, crew require prior visa if they wish to stay out of Paro as per Immigration regulations.
  • Ground Handler at Bhutan: 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 VQPR airport, Bhutan.
  • Towing requirements : While some power in/power out parking spots are available but it is mandatory requirement to carry tow bar on board the aircraft while operating into VQPR airport.
  • CREW TRAINING REQUIREMENTS : Specific Category “C” requirements of Paro International airport has been fulfilled by the Operating crew with regard to the following areas: a) The flight to be accompanied by a guide pilot / Navigator on board who has been flying into Paro Aerodrome on a regular basis or an operating crew who has flown before and knows the aerodrome very well. If guide pilot / Navigator are required, the operator shall  Communicate with VVIP Flight (ops@vvipflight.com) who in turn will  Coordinate and arrange for a guide pilot/ Navigator for you; OR b) If the operating crew has flown into Paro Aerodrome during the last one year ; OR c) An operating crew who has undergone a Simulator familiarization training to operate into Paro Aerodrome / VQPR aerodrome.
  • Curfew and Restrictions :It is recommended to check GA restriction and curfew before you operate into Bhutan.
  • Aviation Jet Fuel: Fuel facility is available at international airport in Bhutan.
  • Caterer: It is recommended to bring catering from 5 star hotels.
  • Hotels in Bhutan: Le Meridian Paro, Riverfront and Zhiwa Ling Hotel are some of good hotel options available in the city.
  • Places to Visit in Bhutan: The fairytale, mystical Kingdom of Bhutan is world-famous for measuring Gross National Happiness, an index which is used to measure the collective happiness and well-being of a population. Bhutan is a spectacular, unspoilt country steeped in ancient traditions and with a history that is as tall as its Himalayan mountain peaks. It’s a country where mystical Buddhism thrives, archery is the national sport, almost everyone wears national dress, and traffic lights are absent. The Kingdom is on top of many travellers’ bucket lists (and for good reason), yet is tricky to visit. There are several reasons why you should put Bhutan on your bucket list:
  • Hike the sacred path to Tiger’s Nest, Bhutan’s most iconic temple
  • Visit the ancient fortress of Punakha Dzong
  • Explore the outdoors (hiking, white water rafting, cycling, etc …)
  • Explore Thimphu, the world’s only capital without traffic lights
  • Observe wildlife, including the rare black necked cranes
  • Drive along majestic mountain passes
  • Attend a colourful Bhutanese festival

If you have any questions about this article or would like assistance planning your next trip to Bhutan, 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.

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Business Aircraft Ops to India-VAPO Airport, Pune

Posted on November 11, 2020by VVIP Flight

Airport name: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel  International Airport

ICAO code: VAPO                                             

IATA Code: PNQ

City Name: Pune

Country: India

Fire Category: VII

Airport Operating Hours of VAPO airport / PNQ airport: 0231-1429 UTC Daily

Curfew and Restrictions of VAPO airport / PNQ airport: Airfield will remain closed for maintenance between 0530 UTC-0930 UTC on every 2nd and 4th Saturdays. VAPO is defence airfield and temporary airport restrictions are in place depending on military exercise. It is always recommended to check GA restriction and curfew before you operate into VAPO airport.

CIQ Hours of VAPO airport / PNQ airport: 0231-1429 UTC Daily

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

Parking Availability at VAPO airport / PNQ airport: There is paucity of parking space at VAPO airport and parking is available with  prior approval only. VAPO airport implement temporary parking restrictions from time to time. It’s always recommended to confirm all parking arrangements well in advance. All parking stands at VAPO airport need aircraft to be pushed back before departure using tow bar and push truck.

Port of entry/exit VAPO airport / PNQ airport: Yes, VAPO 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 VAPO airport / PNQ airport: Yes E-visa facility is available in VAPO airport. E-visa is acceptable at VAPO Airport.

Ground Handler at VAPO airport / PNQ 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 VAPO airport / PNQ airport

VAPO Landing Permit Notice Period: It takes 3-4 weeks to obtain landing permit for defence airports.  For foreign registered aircraft 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 VAPO 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 (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 VAPO airport / PNQ Airport: General aviation lounge is not available at VAPO airport.

Tow Bar requirements at VAPO airport / PNQ airport:  All parking stands at VAPO 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 VAPO airport. It is advised to check tow bar availability before the flight operation.

Caterer at VAPO /PNQ 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 VAPO airport from nearby 5 star hotels on request.

Jet Fuel at VAPO / PNQ airport: Fuel facility is available during airport watch hours at VAPO airport.

Hotel at VAPO airport:  JW Marriott Hotel, Conrad Pune and Hyatt Regency are some good hotel options available in the city.

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.

You can also read our blog on other famous Defense Airports in India for General Aviation Flights : VIJO airport (Jodhpur Airport) , VEAB airport (Allahabad Airport), VABJ airport (Bhuj Airport), VEGK airport ( Gorakhpur airport), VEJT airport (Jorhat Airport), VIJR airport  (Jaisalmer Airport) , VICG airport (Chandigarh Airport), VIGR airport (Gwalior Airport), VAJM airport (Jamnagar Airport), VOVZ airport (Visakhapatnam Airport), VOGO airport (Goa Airport), VIAG airport (Agra Airport), VOYK airport ( Yelahanka Air Force Station), VOPB airport (Port Blair Airport), VAOZ airport  (Ozar Airport), VIDX Airport (Hindon Airport).

CategoriesBusiness Aircraft Operations

VISA RESTRICTIONS RELATED TO COVID-19-INDIA

Posted on October 27, 2020by VVIP Flight

(i) Following categories of foreign nationals are permitted to enter India by any non-scheduled commercial flights as allowed by the Ministry of Civil Aviation:-
(a) All Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders and PIO cardholders holding passports of any country.

(b) All foreign nationals intending to visit India for any purpose(including their dependents on appropriate category of dependent visa) except those on Tourist Visa.

(ii) All existing visas, except electronic visas (e-Visa), Tourist visa and Medical Visa, which remained suspended, shall stand restored with immediate effect. If the validity of such visa has expired, the foreign national may obtain a fresh visa of appropriate category/sub-category from the Indian Mission/Post concerned. In the case of Medical Visa (including visa for Medical Attendants), foreign nationals intending to visit India for medical treatment in emergencies may be granted Medical visa for appropriate period by the Indian Missions/Posts. The condition of obtaining a visa will not apply to dependent family members of foreign diplomats/officials who are eligible for visa exemption in terms of bilateral visa exemption agreements or visa specific agreements entered into by India with various countries. Such foreign nationals covered by para (i) (b) above will not be permitted to travel to India on the strength of any electronic visa (e-Visa) obtained earlier.

(iii) In case any foreign national not covered by categories mentioned in (i) above is required to visit India urgently due to any family emergency, the Indian Missions/Posts are authorized to issue single entry X-Misc visa for appropriate period. In such cases, the Indian Missions/Posts may take a decision on grant of visa on a case to case basis on the merits of each case.

(iv) Nationals of Nepal and Bhutan are permitted to come to India from any country (including any third country).

(v) Any Indian national or a national of Nepal or Bhutan holding any type of valid visa of any country is permitted to travel from India to the country concerned provided there is no travel restriction for entry of Indian/Nepalese/Bhutanese nationals in that country. It would be for the airlines concerned to ensure that there is no travel restriction for Indian/Nepalese/Bhutanese nationals to enter the country concerned with the particular visa category before issue of tickets/boarding pass to the Indian/Nepalese/Bhutanese passenger.

(vi) There will be no restriction on incoming passenger traffic into India through the authorized airport/seaport Immigration Check Posts for all categories of foreign nationals who are permitted to enter India or those who may be permitted to enter India in future. Such travel restrictions would also not apply to any movement of cargo or goods and supplies in any vehicle, aircraft, ship, train etc. along with their crew, sailor, driver, helper, cleaner etc. on any of the 107 Immigration Check Posts including the land ICPs. However, such restriction on incoming passenger traffic into India will continue to be in effect in respect of foreign nationals holding Tourist Visa.

(vii) In respect of quarantine and all other health/COVID-19 related matters, guidelines of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare shall be strictly adhered to.

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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