Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Faroe Islands

EKVGFAE

Vágar Airport

Vágar, Faroe Islands

ICAO

EKVG

IATA

FAE

Category

International Hub

Elevation

280 ft

Country

Faroe Islands

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at EKVG

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Vágar Airport (EKVG / FAE) in Vágar, Faroe Islands, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

EKVG is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Faroe Islands

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Faroe Islands.

Applicable permit lead times for Faroe Islands 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 Faroe Islands are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at EKVG

Direct FBO and handler coordination at EKVG covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Vágar Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at EKVG

Fuel on record at Vágar Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to EKVG

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for EKVG: 62° 3′ 47″ N 7° 16′ 34″ W; elevation 280 ft; local time UTC+0.

Crew & Passenger Services in Vágar

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Vágar.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at EKVG.

Cargo Operations at EKVG

Support for freighter operations into EKVG covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Vágar Airport

Latitude
62° 3′ 47″ N
Longitude
7° 16′ 34″ W
ICAO code
EKVG
IATA code
FAE
Municipality
Vágar
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To FAE?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for EKVG.

Submit flight inquiry for EKVG

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – EKVG

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Vágar Airport?

The ICAO code is EKVG and the IATA code is FAE.

Is Jet A1 available at EKVG?

Yes. Fuel on record at Vágar Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at EKVG?

Vágar Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

What time zone does EKVG operate in?

Vágar Airport operates on UTC+0.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for EKVG?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for EKVG.