Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Australia

YMAVAVV

Melbourne Avalon International Airport

Geelong/Melbourne, Australia

ICAO

YMAV

IATA

AVV

Category

International Hub

Elevation

35 ft

Country

Australia

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at YMAV

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Melbourne Avalon International Airport (YMAV / AVV) in Geelong/Melbourne, Australia, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

YMAV is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Australia

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

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

Ground Handling at YMAV

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

Melbourne Avalon International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6; airport category A as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at YMAV

Fuel on record at Melbourne Avalon 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 YMAV

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

Planning reference for YMAV: 38° 2′ 24″ S 144° 28′ 1″ E; elevation 35 ft; local time UTC+10.

Crew & Passenger Services in Geelong/Melbourne

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

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

Cargo Operations at YMAV

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

Field Information

Melbourne Avalon International Airport

Latitude
38° 2′ 24″ S
Longitude
144° 28′ 1″ E
ICAO code
YMAV
IATA code
AVV
Municipality
Geelong/Melbourne
Timezone
UTC+10
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
A
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To AVV?

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

Submit flight inquiry for YMAV

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – YMAV

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Melbourne Avalon International Airport?

The ICAO code is YMAV and the IATA code is AVV.

Is Jet A1 available at YMAV?

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

What is the fire category at YMAV?

Melbourne Avalon International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

What time zone does YMAV operate in?

Melbourne Avalon International Airport operates on UTC+10.

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

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 YMAV.