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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.

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 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.

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 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.

CategoriesBusiness 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:

  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).

CategoriesGround Handling

Business Aircraft Ops to VNKT, Kathmandu ( Nepal)

Posted on November 17, 2020by VVIP Flight

Airport name: Tribhuvan International Airport

ICAO code: VNKT                                              

IATA Code: KTM

City Name: Kathmandu

Country: Nepal

Fire Category: VIII

Airport Operating Hours of VNKT airport / KTM airport: 0030 UTC-2115 UTC Daily

Curfew and Restrictions of VNKT airport / KTM airport: Nil

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

CIQ Hours of VNKT airport / KTM airport: 0030-2115 UTC

Slots/PPR requirements at VNKT airport / KTM airport: Airport slots are required when you operate in VNKT 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 VNKT airport / KTM airport: Limited overnight parking is available at VNKT airport with prior approval only. VNKT 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 VNKT airport need aircraft to be pushed back before departure using tow bar and push truck.

Port of entry/exit VNKT airport / KTM airport: Yes, VNKT airport is port of entry/exit.

Crew visa requirements for GA flights in Nepal: Nepal visa is required for crew members and Visa on arrival is available for crew at VNKT airport.

Pax visa requirements for GA flights in Nepal: All Pax must arrive with valid Nepal Visa. Visa upon arrival is also available in Nepal for most of the nationalities.

Ground Handler at VNKT airport / KTM 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 VNKT airport / KTM airport

VNKT Landing Permit Notice Period: It takes 7 working days to obtain VNKT landing permit. The below mentioned documents are required to obtain landing permit:-

  1. A COPY OF AIR OPERATOR CERTIFICATE (AOC).
  2. A COPY OF CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION OF AIRCRAFT (C OF R)
  3. A COPY OF CERTIFICATE OF AIRWORTHINESS OF AIRCRAFT (C OF A)
  4. A COPY OF AIRCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL (AFM) THAT SHOWS THE MAXIMUM TAKE OFF WEIGHT OF AIRCRAFT (MTOW).
  5. A COPY OF CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE OF AIRCRAFT COVERING THIRD PARTY LIABILITY OF NOT LESS THAN US$ 60 MILLION ($60,000,000).
  6. A COPY OF SIMULATOR CERTIFICATE OF PIC FOR KATHMANDU SID/SIA & MAPS (AS MENTIONED IN THE AIP NEPAL)
  7. A COPY OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATE OF PIC IF , NON –NATIVE ENGLISH SPEAKER.
  8. A COPY OF THE PIC’S LICENSE.

GA Lounge/Terminal at VNKT airport / KTM Airport: General aviation lounge is not available at VNKT airport.

Crew Special training : Simulator Training of Pilot for VNKT airport SID/SIA & MAPS is required as mentioned in AIP of Nepal.

Tow Bar requirements at VNKT airport / KTM airport:  All parking stands at VNKT airport 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 in Nepal.

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

Jet Fuel at VNKT / KTM airport: Fuel is available at VNKT airport.

Hotel at VNKT airport: The Hyatt Regency, Marriott Hotel and Radisson Hotel are some of the good 5 Star hotel options available in the city.

Places to Visit:  In the heart of Nepal, surrounding the country’s capital city, the Kathmandu Valley is packed with an incredible array of fascinating sites. These include sacred Hindu and Buddhist temples, medieval cities and royal palaces, bucolic national parks and superb Himalayan panoramas. You could spend many weeks or even months exploring the region. Kathmandu is an incredibly diverse, historic city with amazing architecture, exquisite wood carvings and metal craft which showcase the skills of the Newar artisans of centuries ago. The Durbar (palace) Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site lies in the heart of the city with the old palace accompanied by a number of pagoda style temples that boast of superb craftsmanship in wood and metal. Pashupatinath, Boudha and Swayambhu, three of the prominent religious pilgrimage sites are World Heritage Sites and a must see.     

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

CategoriesGround Handling

Business Aircraft Ops to VAAH Airport ( Ahmedabad Airport, India)

Posted on November 4, 2020by VVIP Flight

Airport name: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport

ICAO code: VAAH                                             

IATA Code: AMD

City Name: Ahmedabad

Country: India

Fire Category: IX

Airport Operating Hours of VAAH airport / AMD airport: H24

Curfew and Restrictions of VAAH airport / AMD airport: Airport Runway is closed for operation between 0430-0930 UTC on every Sunday.

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

CIQ Hours of VAAH airport / AMD airport: H24

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

Parking Availability at VAAH airport / AMD airport: Limited overnight parking is available in VAAH airport with prior approval only. VAAH 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 VAAH airport need aircraft to be pushed back before departure using tow bar and push truck. VAAH airport also have few power in and self power out parking stands subject to availability. It is mandatory regulation to carry tow bar on board the aircraft, however tow bar for some of the GA aircrafts are available at VAAH airport.  

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

Ground Handler at VAAH airport / AMD 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 VAAH airport / AMD airport

VAAH 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 VAAH airport / AMD Airport: General aviation lounge is not available at VAAH airport.

Tow Bar requirements at VAAH airport / AMD airport:  VAAH airport have few power in and self power out parking stands subject to availability. Most of the parking stands at VAAH 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 VAAH airport. It is advised to check tow bar availability before the flight operation.

Caterer at VAAH /AMD 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 VAAH airport from nearby 5 star hotels on request.

Jet Fuel at VAAH / AMD airport: Fuel facility is H24 available at VAAH airport.

Hotel at VAAH airport:  Hyatt Regency Hotel, Novotel Hotel, Radission and Courtyard by Marriott Ahmedabad are some good hotel options available in the city.

Places to Visit: Ahmedabad is a major city in the state of Gujarat and one of western India’s most important cities. It is a startling metropolis with a rich Mughal heritage; a city where the old combines with modern infrastructure and has given rise to a major business powerhouse. From fascinating buildings excellent museums, brilliant restaurants, and thrilling night markets, Ahmedabad has a lot to offer. . Some of the top attractions to see in Ahmedabad is Swaminarayan Temple, Dada Hari Wav, Sabarmati Ashram (once the residence of Mahatma Gandhi and his wife Kasturba) etc.    

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 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), 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), VEBS airport (Bhubaneswar Airport) and VOPB airport ( Port Blair Airport).

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