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Regional Airport · Portugal

LPVRVRL

Vila Real Airport

Vila Real, Portugal

ICAO

LPVR

IATA

VRL

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

1,805 ft

Country

Portugal

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at LPVR

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Vila Real Airport (LPVR / VRL) in Vila Real, Portugal, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

LPVR is listed in our network as a regional airport with low traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Portugal

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

Applicable permit lead times for Portugal 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 Portugal are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at LPVR

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

Vila Real Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 1.

Fuel Planning for LPVR

No fuel supply is recorded at Vila Real Airport. Our OCC confirms current availability directly with the airport and plans fuel uplift at an alternate station where required.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to LPVR

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

Planning reference for LPVR: 41° 16′ 26″ N 7° 43′ 12″ W; elevation 1,805 ft; local time UTC+0.

Crew & Passenger Services in Vila Real

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

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

Cargo Operations at LPVR

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

Field Information

Vila Real Airport

Latitude
41° 16′ 26″ N
Longitude
7° 43′ 12″ W
ICAO code
LPVR
IATA code
VRL
Municipality
Vila Real
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
Low
Fuel Type
No fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 1
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To VRL?

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

Submit flight inquiry for LPVR

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – LPVR

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Vila Real Airport?

The ICAO code is LPVR and the IATA code is VRL.

Is Jet A1 available at LPVR?

No fuel supply is recorded at Vila Real Airport; our OCC confirms availability directly with the airport and plans uplift at an alternate station where required.

What is the fire category at LPVR?

Vila Real Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 1.

What time zone does LPVR operate in?

Vila Real Airport operates on UTC+0.

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

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 LPVR.