International hub · Bhubaneswar, India
Bhubaneswar/Biju Patnaik
- Elevation
- 138 ft
- Coordinates
- 20°15′N 85°49′E
- Local time
- Asia/Kolkata
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Field information
VEBS runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Bhubaneswar/Biju Patnaik (VEBS/BBI) has 2 runways; the longest, 14/32, is 9,003 ft (2,744 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 6. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at VEBS, 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
Bhubaneswar
Elevation
138 ft
Position
20.2510, 85.8147
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 6
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · VEBS
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 9,003 ft (2,744 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 05/23 | 4,524 ft (1,379 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | — |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at VEBS.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Bhubaneswar/Biju Patnaik (VEBS / BBI) in Bhubaneswar, India, through one 24/7 OCC desk. VEBS 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 VEBS
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 VEBS
Direct FBO and handler coordination at VEBS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at VEBS
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at VEBS is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to VEBS
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for VEBS: 20° 15′ 4″ N 85° 48′ 53″ E; elevation 138 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Bhubaneswar
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Bhubaneswar. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VEBS.
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Cargo Operations at VEBS
Support for freighter operations into VEBS covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where VEBS sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
Operating into VEBS?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Bhubaneswar/Biju Patnaik — one desk for the whole trip.