International hub · Bhopal, India
Bhopal/Raja Bhoj
- Elevation
- 1,711 ft
- Coordinates
- 23°17′N 77°20′E
- Local time
- Asia/Kolkata
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Field information
VABP runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Bhopal/Raja Bhoj (VABP/BHO) has one runway, 12/30, 9,022 ft (2,750 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at VABP, 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
Bhopal
Elevation
1,711 ft
Position
23.2875, 77.3374
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · VABP
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 9,022 ft (2,750 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at VABP.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Bhopal/Raja Bhoj (VABP / BHO) in Bhopal, India, through one 24/7 OCC desk. VABP 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 VABP
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 VABP
Direct FBO and handler coordination at VABP covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at VABP
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at VABP is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to VABP
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for VABP: 23° 17′ 15″ N 77° 20′ 15″ E; elevation 1711 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Bhopal
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Bhopal. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VABP.
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Cargo Operations at VABP
Support for freighter operations into VABP covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where VABP sits in the network
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Operating into VABP?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Bhopal/Raja Bhoj — one desk for the whole trip.