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Overflight Permits in Bhutan

Bhutan

Whether you’re flying a private, charter, scheduled or non-scheduled flight, passengers or cargo, a technical or traffic landing, Prior Permission is required. Bhutan has its own set of rules, regulations, and procedures for granting permits to aircraft wishing to land or even enter their airspace, whether you’re flying a private, charter, scheduled or non-scheduled flight, passengers or cargo, a technical or traffic landing.According to the Bhutan CAA AIP, any aircraft owner/operator wishing to fly in Bhutan airspace must apply for Bhutan overflight clearance with the air transport department at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled flight departure time. Always remember to include AFTN in your flight plan, although you’ll only require a Bhutan overflight permit.

 Bhutan is a member to the Chicago Convention, flight and crew conditions must closely adhere to the ICAO general rules of international air traffic and their regulations for the movement of soldiers, equipment, supplies, and dangerous items. Please contact us for more details.

Bhutan - Overflight, Landing Permit and Ground Handling Services

Our skilled flight support team provides a comprehensive range of aviation support services to all international and domestic airports in Bhutan, as well as experience above and below the wings, to facilitate single-window operations. Passenger Charter Flights, Cargo Airlines, and Scheduled Airline Seasonal Block Clearance for Bhutan Overflight and Landing Permits can be obtained directly from the Bhutan Civil Aviation Authority within the required time frame.

Bhutan Overflight Permit

Overfly approvals are required for any flight from point of origin to point of destination, we provide entire trip assistance and can acquire permits on short notice.

Bhutan Landing Permit

We have direct contact with Civil Aviation Authorities (CAA) all over the world, and in countries where CAA only allows permits to be processed through local agents, we have a highly qualified local representative team ready to assist our valued customers, allowing us to arrange landing permits quickly.

In order to obtain Bhutan Overflight, Landing Permit, you must provide the following information

  • Complete Flight Schedule
  • Lead Passenger Details (Only for Passenger Flight)
  • Crew Details
  • Entry/Exit Points
  • Details on the consignee and consignor (Only for Cargo Flight)

Documents Concerning Aircraft:

  • (AOC, COA, COI, CON, COR)
  • Operating Permit for Aircraft (Private Aircraft AOC Not Required)
  • Airworthiness Certificate
  • Certificate of Insurance
  • Certificate of Noise
  • Certificate of Registration

Permits are available in the categories listed below

  • Charter or Private Landing Permits
  • Charter or Private Airport Parking Slot Arrangement
  • Charter Overflight Permits

Scheduled Airlines

  • Monthly Block Permits
  • Seasonal Block Overflight Permits

Sample Overflight Permits – Bhutan

Item 18 of your submitted Flight Plan must include the approved overflight permission number.

Example of a Permit Format

Bhutan Overflight Permit = TBA

Issuing Bhutan Overflight Permit

Bhutan overflight permit will be issue by:

Bhutan Civil Aviation Authority

Postal Address: Ministry of Information and Communication Paro International Airport PO Box 1229. Paro, Bhutan

Bhutan Overflight Air Navigation Bill Responsibility

The Bhutan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) will issue an air navigation bill to the airline or operator directly.

Validity of a Bhutan Overflight Permit

Overflight Permits are valid for “72 hours” (from its initial requested schedule).

Issuing Pakistan Overflight Permits

Pakistan overflight permit will be issue by:

  • Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA)
  • Postal Address: Headquarters Civil Aviation Authority Terminal 1 Building Karachi Airport, Pakistan

Pakistani Overflight Air Navigation Bill Responsibility

The local agent who obtains an overflight authorization will get an air navigation bill from Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).

Validity of a Pakistani Overflight Permit

Permits for Overflight Are Valid for “72 Hours” (from its initial requested schedule).

Working Hours of the Bhutan Civil Aviation Authority

  • Saturday and Sunday are Bhutan Weekend
  • Working hours of the Bhutan Civil Aviation Authority are from 0300Z to 1100Z.

Processing Fees for Bhutan Overflight Permits (official)

 

According To Bhutan Civil Aviation, Officially, “NO CAA Processing Fees” are charged for the issuance of a Bhutan Overflight Permit.

Ground Handling Services

We recognize that high-quality, personalized ground handling services at the best price are critical components of a successful trip. Whether the flight is ad-hoc or scheduled, we ensure that the aircraft, its crew, passengers, and cargo are taken care of from landing to take-off. Overfly Permit provide a comprehensive range of high-quality cargo, ramp, passenger, and fuel stop services to our customers in Bhutan and around the world.

International Trip Support Services

Our highly professional flight support team, with over 15 years of experience, has the commercial technical and regulatory knowledge and expertise to handle your flight in the shortest possible time at any civil airport in Bhutan, reducing the inconveniences of international flights such as obtaining Bhutan overflight and landing permits, and escorting passengers and crew through customs and immigration. Third-party providers are used for other services. Furthermore, we adhere to stringent operational and customer service standards to ensure that every site we serve receives consistent, professional, and tailored service.