International hub · Sukhumi, Georgia
Sukhumi Babushara
- Elevation
- 53 ft
- Coordinates
- 42°51′N 41°08′E
- Local time
- Asia/Tbilisi
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Field information
UGSS runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Tbilisi
Country
Georgia
GE
Municipality
Sukhumi
Elevation
53 ft
Position
42.8582, 41.1281
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at UGSS.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Sukhumi Babushara (UGSS / SUI) in Sukhumi, Georgia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. UGSS is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at UGSS
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Georgia
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Georgia. Applicable permit lead times for Georgia 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 Georgia are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at UGSS
Direct FBO and handler coordination at UGSS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at UGSS
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at UGSS is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to UGSS
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for UGSS: 42° 51′ 30″ N 41° 7′ 41″ E; elevation 53 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Sukhumi
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Sukhumi. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at UGSS.
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Cargo Operations at UGSS
Support for freighter operations into UGSS covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where UGSS sits in the network
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Operating into UGSS?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Sukhumi Babushara — one desk for the whole trip.