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Regional Airport · Turkey

LTBFBZI

Balıkesir Airport

Balıkesir, Turkey

ICAO

LTBF

IATA

BZI

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

340 ft

Country

Turkey

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at LTBF

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Balıkesir Airport (LTBF / BZI) in Balıkesir, Turkey, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

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

Overflight & Landing Permits – Turkey

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

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

Ground Handling at LTBF

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

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

Jet A1 Fuel at LTBF

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

Flight Planning & Dispatch to LTBF

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

Planning reference for LTBF: 39° 37′ 8″ N 27° 55′ 34″ E; elevation 340 ft; local time UTC+3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Balıkesir

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

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

Cargo Operations at LTBF

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

Field Information

Balıkesir Airport

Latitude
39° 37′ 8″ N
Longitude
27° 55′ 34″ E
ICAO code
LTBF
IATA code
BZI
Municipality
Balıkesir
Timezone
UTC+3
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BZI?

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

Submit flight inquiry for LTBF

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – LTBF

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Balıkesir Airport?

The ICAO code is LTBF and the IATA code is BZI.

Is Jet A1 available at LTBF?

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

What is the fire category at LTBF?

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

What time zone does LTBF operate in?

Balıkesir Airport operates on UTC+3.

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

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 LTBF.