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International Hub · Iraq

ORBIBGW

Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base

Baghdad, Iraq

ICAO

ORBI

IATA

BGW

Category

International Hub

Elevation

114 ft

Country

Iraq

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at ORBI

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (ORBI / BGW) in Baghdad, Iraq, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

ORBI 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 – 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 ORBI

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

Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9; airport category A as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at ORBI

Fuel on record at Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to ORBI

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

Planning reference for ORBI: 33° 15′ 47″ N 44° 14′ 6″ E; elevation 114 ft; local time UTC+3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Baghdad

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

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

Cargo Operations at ORBI

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

Field Information

Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base

Latitude
33° 15′ 47″ N
Longitude
44° 14′ 6″ E
ICAO code
ORBI
IATA code
BGW
Municipality
Baghdad
Timezone
UTC+3
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
A
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BGW?

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

Submit flight inquiry for ORBI

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – ORBI

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base?

The ICAO code is ORBI and the IATA code is BGW.

Is Jet A1 available at ORBI?

Yes. Fuel on record at Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at ORBI?

Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does ORBI operate in?

Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base operates on UTC+3.

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

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 ORBI.