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Regional Airport · Iraq

ORAAIQA

Al Asad Air Base

Hīt, Iraq

ICAO

ORAA

IATA

IQA

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

618 ft

Country

Iraq

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at ORAA

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Al Asad Air Base (ORAA / IQA) in Hīt, Iraq, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

ORAA 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 – Iraq

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

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

Ground Handling at ORAA

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

Al Asad Air Base publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 2.

Jet A1 Fuel at ORAA

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

Flight Planning & Dispatch to ORAA

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

Planning reference for ORAA: 33° 47′ 10″ N 42° 26′ 28″ E; elevation 618 ft; local time UTC+3.

Crew Services in Hīt

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

Field Information

Al Asad Air Base

Latitude
33° 47′ 10″ N
Longitude
42° 26′ 28″ E
ICAO code
ORAA
IATA code
IQA
Municipality
Hīt
Timezone
UTC+3
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 2
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To IQA?

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

Submit flight inquiry for ORAA

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – ORAA

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Al Asad Air Base?

The ICAO code is ORAA and the IATA code is IQA.

Is Jet A1 available at ORAA?

Yes. Fuel on record at Al Asad Air Base is Jet fuel; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at ORAA?

Al Asad Air Base publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 2.

What time zone does ORAA operate in?

Al Asad Air Base operates on UTC+3.

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

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 ORAA.