Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Lebanon

OLBABEY

Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport

Beirut, Lebanon

ICAO

OLBA

IATA

BEY

Category

International Hub

Elevation

87 ft

Country

Lebanon

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at OLBA

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (OLBA / BEY) in Beirut, Lebanon, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

OLBA 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 – Lebanon

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

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

Ground Handling at OLBA

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

Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9; airport category B as published.

Fuel Arrangements at OLBA

Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at OLBA is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to OLBA

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

Planning reference for OLBA: 33° 49′ 12″ N 35° 29′ 13″ E; elevation 87 ft; local time UTC+2.

Crew & Passenger Services in Beirut

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

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

Cargo Operations at OLBA

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

Field Information

Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport

Latitude
33° 49′ 12″ N
Longitude
35° 29′ 13″ E
ICAO code
OLBA
IATA code
BEY
Municipality
Beirut
Timezone
UTC+2
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
—
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BEY?

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

Submit flight inquiry for OLBA

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – OLBA

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport?

The ICAO code is OLBA and the IATA code is BEY.

What is the fire category at OLBA?

Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does OLBA operate in?

Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport operates on UTC+2.

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

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 OLBA.