Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Maldives

VRMMMLE

Velana International Airport

Malé, Maldives

ICAO

VRMM

IATA

MLE

Category

International Hub

Elevation

6 ft

Country

Maldives

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at VRMM

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Velana International Airport (VRMM / MLE) in Malé, Maldives, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

VRMM 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 – Maldives

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

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

Ground Handling at VRMM

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

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

Jet A1 Fuel at VRMM

Fuel on record at Velana International Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to VRMM

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

Planning reference for VRMM: 4° 11′ 31″ N 73° 31′ 44″ E; elevation 6 ft; local time UTC+5.

Crew & Passenger Services in Malé

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

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

Cargo Operations at VRMM

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

Field Information

Velana International Airport

Latitude
4° 11′ 31″ N
Longitude
73° 31′ 44″ E
ICAO code
VRMM
IATA code
MLE
Municipality
Malé
Timezone
UTC+5
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
A
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To MLE?

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

Submit flight inquiry for VRMM

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – VRMM

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Velana International Airport?

The ICAO code is VRMM and the IATA code is MLE.

Is Jet A1 available at VRMM?

Yes. Fuel on record at Velana International Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at VRMM?

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

What time zone does VRMM operate in?

Velana International Airport operates on UTC+5.

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

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 VRMM.