Aviation Aircraft Fuel Supply at Bagdogra International Airport

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Aviation Aircraft Fuel Supply at Bagdogra International Airport

Strategic Gateway Infrastructure

Storage & Distribution System

  • Total Capacity: 22,500 KL (tourism-optimized)
    • Main Farm: 15,000 KL (5×3,000 KL tanks)
    • Peak Season Reserve: 5,000 KL (Nov-Mar)
    • Emergency Stock: 2,500 KL (72-hour autonomy)
    • Defense Cache: Shared with Air Force Station Bagdogra

Pipeline Network

  • 7.2km network with Himalayan foothill adaptations
  • Material: 304L stainless steel (humidity-resistant)
  • Flow Capacity: 2,400 L/min (1,800 L/min sustained)
  • Monitoring: 24 IoT sensors with terrain compensation
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Why Aviation Aircraft Fuel Supply

At Bagdogra International Airport Matters

Himalayan Weather Adaptations

Monsoon Protocols (June-Sept)

  • Humidity Control:
    • Daily tank breathing checks
    • Desiccant breathers
    • Reduced storage levels
  • Operational Limits:
    • Rainfall >40mm/hour: Pause operations
    • Visibility <800m: No refueling

Winter Operations (Dec-Feb)

  • Morning Pre-Heating: Fuel to +8°C
  • Additive Packages: Cold flow improvers
  • Frost Prevention: Insulated pit covers

Our services address these pain points, providing 24/7 fuel supply solutions tailored to your operational needs.

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    Aviation Aircraft Fuel Supply at Bagdogra International Airport

    Technical Specifications

    Quality Control

    • On-Site Lab: Daily monsoon testing (June-Sept)
    • Testing Frequency: Every 10,000 liters
    • Key Parameters:
      • Water content: <15ppm (monsoon: <20ppm)
      • Particulates: <0.8mg/L
      • Microbial growth: Weekly testing

    Performance Metrics 

    Metric

    Peak Season

    Off-Season

    Daily Uplift

    850KL

    450KL

    Aircraft Served

    65+

    30-40

    Turnaround (A320)

    20min

    25min

    Incident Rate

    0.15

    0.08

    SAF & Alternative Fuel Solutions

    Our Aviation Aircraft Fuel Supply at Bagdogra International Airport

        • JET A-1 Fuel: High-quality supply for cargo and passenger flights
        • AVGAS 100LL: Supporting flight training and private aviation
        • Emergency Support: 24/7 mobile refueling for diversions
          • Truck-to-Wing Refueling: Flexible operations for varied aircraft
          • Strategic Storage: Partnership with Oman Oil Company for supply security
          • Quality Assurance: DEF STAN 91-91 and OCAA compliance
        • Bulk Fuel Discounts: Leveraging our GCC-wide network
        • Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees with detailed reporting
        • Hedging Options: Protection against market volatility
    • SAF Readiness: Preparing for Omani biofuel integration
    • Emission Tracking: Tools for ESG compliance

    Solar Initiatives: Piloting renewable energy for GSE

    Transition to greener operations with:
    Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) sourcing
    Carbon offset program integration
    Hybrid fuel advisory for reduced emissions

    Why Choose Us

    Benefits of Partnering at IXB

    Reliable fuel services here are essential to maintaining SLL’s operational efficiency and supporting Bagdogra economic diversification goals.

    24/7 Availability

    Full support for cargo night flights

    Rapid Turnarounds

    30-minute refueling for most aircraft

    Regulatory Expertise

    OCAA and IATA compliance

    Growth-Aligned

    Scalable solutions for IXB expansion

    Civil-Defense Coordination

    Shared Resources

    • Joint Emergency Response drills (quarterly)
    • Cross-trained personnel (20% dual-certified)
    • Priority Protocol:
      1. IAF operations
      2. Scheduled flights
      3. Tourist charters

    Security Measures

    • BSF-monitored fuel transport
    • Tamper-evident seals on storage
    • Night patrols on pipeline routes

    Future Developments 

    Phase 1

    • ₹850M capacity expansion (+4,000KL)
    • Monsoon-proof hydrant upgrades
    • Digital inventory management

    Phase 2

    • AI-powered demand forecasting
    • Solar-assisted farm operations
    • Electric refueling pilot

    Phase 3

    • Himalayan SAF feasibility study
    • Smart pipeline monitoring
    • Tourism integration system

     Tourism-Driven Refueling

    Mobile Refueling Fleet

    • Fleet Composition:
      • 6× 16,000L trucks (Titan Himalayan)
      • 3× 10,000L trucks (Vestergaard Terrain Pro)
      • Features:
        • Hill-station adapted chassis
        • Quick-disconnect for charter flights
        • Monsoon-proof electronics

    Hydrant System Specifications

    Parameter

    Technical Specification

    Coverage

    12 contact stands

    Operating Pressure

    9-12 bar

    Pits

    18 (Type III with monsoon drains)

    Special Feature

    Darjeeling/Sikkim tour operator priority

     

    Civil-Defense Coordination

    Shared Resources

    • Joint Emergency Response drills (quarterly)
    • Cross-trained personnel (20% dual-certified)
    • Priority Protocol:
      1. IAF operations
      2. Scheduled flights
      3. Tourist charters

    Security Measures

    • BSF-monitored fuel transport
    • Tamper-evident seals on storage
    • Night patrols on pipeline routes

    IXB as Eastern Himalaya’s Aviation Fuel Hub

    Bagdogra International Airport delivers:
    ✓ Weather-adaptive reliability
    ✓ Tourism-optimized operations
    ✓ Strategic defense readiness
    ✓ Growing digital infrastructure



    Optimize Your Fuel Strategy Today

    From routine refueling to crisis management, The Network Plan ensures your aircraft never faces downtime due to fuel shortages or inefficiencies.

    Contact us for a free fuel audit or to discuss custom supply agreements!