Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · India

VABBBOM

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

Mumbai, India

ICAO

VABB

IATA

BOM

Category

International Hub

Elevation

39 ft

Country

India

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at VABB

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (VABB / BOM) in Mumbai, India, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

VABB 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 – 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.

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.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 10; airport category A as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at VABB

Fuel on record at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

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′ 20″ N 72° 52′ 5″ E; elevation 39 ft; local time UTC+5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Mumbai

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

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

Cargo Operations at VABB

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

Field Information

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

Latitude
19° 5′ 20″ N
Longitude
72° 52′ 5″ E
ICAO code
VABB
IATA code
BOM
Municipality
Mumbai
Timezone
UTC+5
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 10
Airport Category
A
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BOM?

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

Submit flight inquiry for VABB

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – VABB

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport?

The ICAO code is VABB and the IATA code is BOM.

Is Jet A1 available at VABB?

Yes. Fuel on record at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at VABB?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 10.

What time zone does VABB operate in?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport operates on UTC+5.

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

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 VABB.