Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · India

VEBSBBI

Biju Patnaik International Airport

Bhubaneswar, India

ICAO

VEBS

IATA

BBI

Category

International Hub

Elevation

138 ft

Country

India

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at VEBS

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Biju Patnaik International Airport (VEBS / BBI) in Bhubaneswar, India, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

VEBS 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 VEBS

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

Biju Patnaik International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

Jet A1 Fuel at VEBS

Fuel on record at Biju Patnaik 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 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′ 54″ E; elevation 138 ft; local time UTC+5.

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.

Cargo Operations at VEBS

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

Field Information

Biju Patnaik International Airport

Latitude
20° 15′ 4″ N
Longitude
85° 48′ 54″ E
ICAO code
VEBS
IATA code
BBI
Municipality
Bhubaneswar
Timezone
UTC+5
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BBI?

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

Submit flight inquiry for VEBS

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – VEBS

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Biju Patnaik International Airport?

The ICAO code is VEBS and the IATA code is BBI.

Is Jet A1 available at VEBS?

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

What is the fire category at VEBS?

Biju Patnaik International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

What time zone does VEBS operate in?

Biju Patnaik International Airport operates on UTC+5.

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

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 VEBS.