General aviation · Jakar, Bhutan
Bathpalathang Airport
- Elevation
- 8,485 ft
- Coordinates
- 27°34′N 90°45′E
- Local time
- Asia/Thimphu
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Field information
VQBT runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Classification
General aviation
Time zone
Asia/Thimphu
Country
Bhutan
BT
Municipality
Jakar
Elevation
8,485 ft
Position
27.5622, 90.7471
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at VQBT.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Bathpalathang Airport (VQBT / BUT) in Jakar, Bhutan, through one 24/7 OCC desk. VQBT is listed in our network as a general aviation. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at VQBT
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Bhutan
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Bhutan. Applicable permit lead times for Bhutan 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 Bhutan are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at VQBT
Direct FBO and handler coordination at VQBT covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at VQBT
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at VQBT is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to VQBT
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for VQBT: 27° 33′ 44″ N 90° 44′ 50″ E; elevation 8485 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Jakar
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Jakar. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VQBT.
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Cargo Operations at VQBT
Support for freighter operations into VQBT covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
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Operating into VQBT?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Bathpalathang Airport — one desk for the whole trip.