International hub · Mumbai/Bombay, India
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International
- Elevation
- 39 ft
- Coordinates
- 19°05′N 72°52′E
- Local time
- Asia/Kolkata
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Field information
VABB runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International (VABB/BOM) has 2 runways; the longest, 09/27, is 11,511 ft (3,509 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 10. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at VABB, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Kolkata
Country
India
IN
Municipality
Mumbai
Elevation
39 ft
Position
19.0887, 72.8679
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 10
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Airport category
A
No special crew requirements
Runways · VABB
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 11,511 ft (3,509 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 14/32 | 9,419 ft (2,871 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at VABB.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International (VABB / BOM) in Mumbai/Bombay, India, through one 24/7 OCC desk. VABB 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 VABB
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – India
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of India. Applicable permit lead times for India 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 India are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at VABB
Direct FBO and handler coordination at VABB covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at VABB
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at VABB is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to VABB
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for VABB: 19° 5′ 19″ N 72° 52′ 4″ E; elevation 39 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Mumbai/Bombay
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Mumbai/Bombay. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VABB.
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Cargo Operations at VABB
Support for freighter operations into VABB covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into VABB?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International — one desk for the whole trip.