Aviation Aircraft Fuel Supply at Bagdogra International Airport

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Aviation Aircraft Fuel Supply at Bagdogra International Airport

Strategic Gateway Infrastructure

Storage & Distribution System

  • Total Capacity: 22,500 KL (tourism-optimized)
    • Main Farm: 15,000 KL (5×3,000 KL tanks)
    • Peak Season Reserve: 5,000 KL (Nov-Mar)
    • Emergency Stock: 2,500 KL (72-hour autonomy)
    • Defense Cache: Shared with Air Force Station Bagdogra

Pipeline Network

  • 7.2km network with Himalayan foothill adaptations
  • Material: 304L stainless steel (humidity-resistant)
  • Flow Capacity: 2,400 L/min (1,800 L/min sustained)
  • Monitoring: 24 IoT sensors with terrain compensation
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Why Aviation Aircraft Fuel Supply

At Bagdogra International Airport Matters

Himalayan Weather Adaptations

Monsoon Protocols (June-Sept)

  • Humidity Control:
    • Daily tank breathing checks
    • Desiccant breathers
    • Reduced storage levels
  • Operational Limits:
    • Rainfall >40mm/hour: Pause operations
    • Visibility <800m: No refueling

Winter Operations (Dec-Feb)

  • Morning Pre-Heating: Fuel to +8°C
  • Additive Packages: Cold flow improvers
  • Frost Prevention: Insulated pit covers

Our services address these pain points, providing 24/7 fuel supply solutions tailored to your operational needs.

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Aviation Aircraft Fuel Supply at Bagdogra International Airport

Technical Specifications

Quality Control

  • On-Site Lab: Daily monsoon testing (June-Sept)
  • Testing Frequency: Every 10,000 liters
  • Key Parameters:
    • Water content: <15ppm (monsoon: <20ppm)
    • Particulates: <0.8mg/L
    • Microbial growth: Weekly testing

Performance Metrics 

Metric

Peak Season

Off-Season

Daily Uplift

850KL

450KL

Aircraft Served

65+

30-40

Turnaround (A320)

20min

25min

Incident Rate

0.15

0.08

SAF & Alternative Fuel Solutions

Our Aviation Aircraft Fuel Supply at Bagdogra International Airport

      • JET A-1 Fuel: High-quality supply for cargo and passenger flights
      • AVGAS 100LL: Supporting flight training and private aviation
      • Emergency Support: 24/7 mobile refueling for diversions
        • Truck-to-Wing Refueling: Flexible operations for varied aircraft
        • Strategic Storage: Partnership with Oman Oil Company for supply security
        • Quality Assurance: DEF STAN 91-91 and OCAA compliance
      • Bulk Fuel Discounts: Leveraging our GCC-wide network
      • Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees with detailed reporting
      • Hedging Options: Protection against market volatility
  • SAF Readiness: Preparing for Omani biofuel integration
  • Emission Tracking: Tools for ESG compliance

Solar Initiatives: Piloting renewable energy for GSE

Transition to greener operations with:
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) sourcing
Carbon offset program integration
Hybrid fuel advisory for reduced emissions

Why Choose Us

Benefits of Partnering at IXB

Reliable fuel services here are essential to maintaining SLL’s operational efficiency and supporting Bagdogra economic diversification goals.

24/7 Availability

Full support for cargo night flights

Rapid Turnarounds

30-minute refueling for most aircraft

Regulatory Expertise

OCAA and IATA compliance

Growth-Aligned

Scalable solutions for IXB expansion

Civil-Defense Coordination

Shared Resources

  • Joint Emergency Response drills (quarterly)
  • Cross-trained personnel (20% dual-certified)
  • Priority Protocol:
    1. IAF operations
    2. Scheduled flights
    3. Tourist charters

Security Measures

  • BSF-monitored fuel transport
  • Tamper-evident seals on storage
  • Night patrols on pipeline routes

Future Developments 

Phase 1

  • ₹850M capacity expansion (+4,000KL)
  • Monsoon-proof hydrant upgrades
  • Digital inventory management

Phase 2

  • AI-powered demand forecasting
  • Solar-assisted farm operations
  • Electric refueling pilot

Phase 3

  • Himalayan SAF feasibility study
  • Smart pipeline monitoring
  • Tourism integration system

 Tourism-Driven Refueling

Mobile Refueling Fleet

  • Fleet Composition:
    • 6× 16,000L trucks (Titan Himalayan)
    • 3× 10,000L trucks (Vestergaard Terrain Pro)
    • Features:
      • Hill-station adapted chassis
      • Quick-disconnect for charter flights
      • Monsoon-proof electronics

Hydrant System Specifications

Parameter

Technical Specification

Coverage

12 contact stands

Operating Pressure

9-12 bar

Pits

18 (Type III with monsoon drains)

Special Feature

Darjeeling/Sikkim tour operator priority

 

Civil-Defense Coordination

Shared Resources

  • Joint Emergency Response drills (quarterly)
  • Cross-trained personnel (20% dual-certified)
  • Priority Protocol:
    1. IAF operations
    2. Scheduled flights
    3. Tourist charters

Security Measures

  • BSF-monitored fuel transport
  • Tamper-evident seals on storage
  • Night patrols on pipeline routes

IXB as Eastern Himalaya’s Aviation Fuel Hub

Bagdogra International Airport delivers:
✓ Weather-adaptive reliability
✓ Tourism-optimized operations
✓ Strategic defense readiness
✓ Growing digital infrastructure



Optimize Your Fuel Strategy Today

From routine refueling to crisis management, The Network Plan ensures your aircraft never faces downtime due to fuel shortages or inefficiencies.

Contact us for a free fuel audit or to discuss custom supply agreements!