Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Bangladesh

VGHSDAC

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport

Dhaka, Bangladesh

ICAO

VGHS

IATA

DAC

Category

International Hub

Elevation

30 ft

Country

Bangladesh

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at VGHS

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (VGHS / DAC) in Dhaka, Bangladesh, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

VGHS 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 – Bangladesh

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Bangladesh.

Applicable permit lead times for Bangladesh 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 Bangladesh are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at VGHS

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

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9; airport category A as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at VGHS

Fuel on record at Hazrat Shahjalal 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 VGHS

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for VGHS: 23° 50′ 35″ N 90° 23′ 53″ E; elevation 30 ft; local time UTC+6.

Crew & Passenger Services in Dhaka

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Dhaka.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VGHS.

Cargo Operations at VGHS

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

Field Information

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport

Latitude
23° 50′ 35″ N
Longitude
90° 23′ 53″ E
ICAO code
VGHS
IATA code
DAC
Municipality
Dhaka
Timezone
UTC+6
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
A
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To DAC?

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

Submit flight inquiry for VGHS

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – VGHS

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport?

The ICAO code is VGHS and the IATA code is DAC.

Is Jet A1 available at VGHS?

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

What is the fire category at VGHS?

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does VGHS operate in?

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport operates on UTC+6.

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

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 VGHS.