Regional airport · Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
Vestmannaeyjar
- Elevation
- 326 ft
- Coordinates
- 63°25′N 20°17′W
- Local time
- Atlantic/Reykjavik
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Field information
BIVM runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Vestmannaeyjar (BIVM/VEY) has 2 runways; the longest, 12/30, is 3,937 ft (1,200 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 3. Prior notice required (PNR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at BIVM, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
Regional airport
Time zone
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Country
Iceland
IS
Municipality
Vestmannaeyjar
Elevation
326 ft
Position
63.4243, -20.2789
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 3
Access
Prior notice required (PNR)
Runways · BIVM
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 3,937 ft (1,200 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 03/21 | 3,806 ft (1,160 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at BIVM.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Vestmannaeyjar (BIVM / VEY) in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, through one 24/7 OCC desk. BIVM is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at BIVM
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Iceland
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Iceland. Applicable permit lead times for Iceland are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Iceland are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at BIVM
Direct FBO and handler coordination at BIVM covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at BIVM
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at BIVM is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to BIVM
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for BIVM: 63° 25′ 27″ N 20° 16′ 44″ W; elevation 326 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Vestmannaeyjar
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Vestmannaeyjar. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at BIVM.
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Cargo Operations at BIVM
Support for freighter operations into BIVM covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into BIVM?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Vestmannaeyjar — one desk for the whole trip.