Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · India

VABPBHO

Raja Bhoj International Airport

Bhopal, India

ICAO

VABP

IATA

BHO

Category

International Hub

Elevation

1,711 ft

Country

India

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at VABP

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Raja Bhoj International Airport (VABP / BHO) in Bhopal, India, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

VABP 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 VABP

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

Raja Bhoj International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at VABP

Fuel on record at Raja Bhoj 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 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′ 17″ N 77° 20′ 13″ E; elevation 1,711 ft; local time UTC+5.

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.

Cargo Operations at VABP

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

Field Information

Raja Bhoj International Airport

Latitude
23° 17′ 17″ N
Longitude
77° 20′ 13″ E
ICAO code
VABP
IATA code
BHO
Municipality
Bhopal
Timezone
UTC+5
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BHO?

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

Submit flight inquiry for VABP

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – VABP

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Raja Bhoj International Airport?

The ICAO code is VABP and the IATA code is BHO.

Is Jet A1 available at VABP?

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

What is the fire category at VABP?

Raja Bhoj International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does VABP operate in?

Raja Bhoj International Airport operates on UTC+5.

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

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 VABP.