
International hub · Surat, India
Surat
- Elevation
- 16 ft
- Coordinates
- 21°07′N 72°45′E
- Local time
- Asia/Kolkata
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Field information
VASU runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Surat (VASU/STV) has one runway, 04/22, 9,530 ft (2,905 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. 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 VASU, 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
Surat
Elevation
16 ft
Position
21.1155, 72.7433
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · VASU
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 9,530 ft (2,905 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at VASU.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Surat (VASU / STV) in Surat, India, through one 24/7 OCC desk. VASU 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 VASU
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.
- 02
Ground Handling at VASU
Direct FBO and handler coordination at VASU covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at VASU
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at VASU is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
- 04
Flight Planning & Dispatch to VASU
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for VASU: 21° 6′ 56″ N 72° 44′ 36″ E; elevation 16 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Surat
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Surat. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VASU.
- 06
Cargo Operations at VASU
Support for freighter operations into VASU covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where VASU sits in the network
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Operating into VASU?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Surat — one desk for the whole trip.