Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Romania

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Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport

Bucharest, Romania

ICAO

LRBS

IATA

BBU

Category

International Hub

Elevation

297 ft

Country

Romania

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at LRBS

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (LRBS / BBU) in Bucharest, Romania, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

LRBS 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 – Romania

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

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

Ground Handling at LRBS

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

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at LRBS

Fuel on record at Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International 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 LRBS

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

Planning reference for LRBS: 44° 30′ 11″ N 26° 6′ 11″ E; elevation 297 ft; local time UTC+2.

Crew & Passenger Services in Bucharest

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

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

Cargo Operations at LRBS

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

Field Information

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport

Latitude
44° 30′ 11″ N
Longitude
26° 6′ 11″ E
ICAO code
LRBS
IATA code
BBU
Municipality
Bucharest
Timezone
UTC+2
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BBU?

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

Submit flight inquiry for LRBS

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – LRBS

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport?

The ICAO code is LRBS and the IATA code is BBU.

Is Jet A1 available at LRBS?

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

What is the fire category at LRBS?

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does LRBS operate in?

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport operates on UTC+2.

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

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 LRBS.