Flight Support in Bolivia
Comprehensive Flight Support Services in
Bolivia International Airports
Airways Flight Support offers reliable and professional aviation solutions across Bolivia’s airports. From meticulous flight planning and accurate fuel coordination to the swift arrangement of overflight and landing permits, along with full-scale ground handling, we manage all aspects of your flight operations with precision.
Whether your operations take you through El Alto International Airport in La Paz, Viru Viru International Airport in Santa Cruz, or other regional hubs, our dedicated team ensures smooth handling and worry-free trip management. Partner with Airways Flight Support for dependable expertise, streamlined services, and cost-effective aviation support designed to meet your requirements in Bolivia.
Flight & Route Planning
Flight Permits & Slots
Ground Handling
aviation fueling
Airline Crew Support
Inflight Catering
Flight & Route Planning
Flight Permits & Slots
Ground Handling
aviation fueling Service
Airline Crew Support
Inflight Catering
Requirements for Bolivia Overflight and Landing Permits
- Provide a comprehensive flight schedule.
- Include the entry and exit points along with the ATC flight plan.
- Submit colored copies of crew licenses.
- Provide copies of crew medical certificates.
- Include the last simulator training record or last proficiency check report for the crew.
- Provide details of lead passengers for passenger flights.
- Include operator billing address, email, telephone number, and fax number.
Airports List For Bolivia
- El Alto International Airport (LPB)
- Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
- Jorge Wilstermann International Airport (CBB)
Geographical and Administrative Data Airport
- Geographical Location: El Alto International Airport (LPB) serves the city of La Paz in Bolivia.
- Airport Communications: (La Paz Ground: 121.900 MHz, Control Tower: 118.300 MHz)
- IATA Airport Code: LPB
- ICAO Airport Code: SLLP
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: Operational 24 hours
- Control Tower: Operational 24 hours
- Latitude: 16.5133° S
- Longitude: 68.1923° W
- Elevation: 4,061 meters
- Customs: Available
- Immigration: Available
- Time Zone: UTC−04:00 (Bolivia Time)
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Runway: 10/28, 4,000 × 45 meters
Available Hotels
Visas for crew members are typically granted upon arrival via the general declaration (gendec), and they generally have a limited validity period, usually up to 72 hours.
Casa Grande Hotel – Hoteles Nativos: (6.8km from El Alto International Airport)
- Hotel Rio Selva Resort Yungas: (13.4km from El Alto International Airport)
- Hotel La Siesta: (11.2km from El Alto International Airport)
- Qhini Hotel Boutique: (6.5km from El Alto International Airport)
Stannum Boutique Hotel & Spa: (3.8km from El Alto International Airport)
- Hotel Bolivian Rooms & Suites: (6.0km from El Alto International Airport)
Ground Handling Services Offered by Airways Flight Support
- Oversight of Airline Diversions
- Coordination for Emergency Medical Flights
- Facilitation of Chartered Cargo Operations
- Provision of Fuel Stop Services
- Support for Delivery Flights during Aircraft Ferries
- Assistance with Humanitarian Relief Operations
- Management of Helicopter Transportation Services
- Arrangement of Passenger Flights in accordance with Part 91 & Part 135 Regulations
Geographical and Administrative Data Airport
- Geographical Location: Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) serves the city of Santa Cruz de la Sierra in Bolivia.
- Airport Communications: (Santa Cruz Ground: 121.900 MHz, Control Tower: 118.600 MHz)
- IATA Airport Code: VVI
- ICAO Airport Code: SLVR
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: Operational 24 hours
- Control Tower: Operational 24 hours
- Latitude: 17.6448° S
- Longitude: 63.1354° W
- Elevation: 373 meters
- Customs: Available
- Immigration: Available
- Time Zone: UTC−04:00 (Bolivia Time)
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Runway: 16/34, 4,000 × 45 meters
Available Hotels
Visas for crew members are typically granted upon arrival via the general declaration (gendec), and they generally have a limited validity period, usually up to 72 hours.
- Hotel LP Santa Cruz: (18.7km from Viru Viru International Airport)
- Hotel Camino Real: (16.4km from Viru Viru International Airport)
Los Tajibos Hotel & Convention Center: (15.2km from Viru Viru International Airport)
- Sun Hotel: (18.0km from Viru Viru International Airport)
- Hotel Sun: (17.5km from Viru Viru International Airport)
- Hotel Los Cedros: (17.2km from Viru Viru International Airport)
Ground Handling Services Offered by Airways Flight Support
- Oversight of Airline Diversions
- Coordination for Emergency Medical Flights
- Facilitation of Chartered Cargo Operations
- Provision of Fuel Stop Services
- Support for Delivery Flights during Aircraft Ferries
- Assistance with Humanitarian Relief Operations
- Management of Helicopter Transportation Services
- Arrangement of Passenger Flights in accordance with Part 91 & Part 135 Regulations
Geographical and Administrative Data Airport
- Geographical Location: Jorge Wilstermann International Airport (CBB) serves the city of Cochabamba in Bolivia.
- Airport Communications: (Cochabamba Ground: 121.900 MHz, Control Tower: 118.100 MHz)
- IATA Airport Code: CBB
- ICAO Airport Code: SLCB
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: Operational 24 hours
- Control Tower: Operational 24 hours
- Latitude: 17.4211° S
- Longitude: 66.1775° W
- Elevation: 2,548 meters
- Customs: Available
- Immigration: Available
- Time Zone: UTC−04:00 (Bolivia Time)
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Runway: 14/32, 3,600 × 45 meters
Available Hotels
Visas for crew members are typically granted upon arrival via the general declaration (gendec), and they generally have a limited validity period, usually up to 72 hours.
- Gran Hotel Cochabamba: (3.1km from Jorge Wilstermann International Airport)
- La Tua Casa Hotel Boutique: (4.0km from Jorge Wilstermann International Airport)
- Hotel Regina Resort & Convenciones: (3.8km from Jorge Wilstermann International Airport)
- Hotel Diplomat: (3.5km from Jorge Wilstermann International Airport)
- Hotel Portales: (3.0km from Jorge Wilstermann International Airport)
- Hotel Aranjuez Cochabamba: (4.5km from Jorge Wilstermann International Airport)
Ground Handling Services Offered by Airways Flight Support
- Oversight of Airline Diversions
- Coordination for Emergency Medical Flights
- Facilitation of Chartered Cargo Operations
- Provision of Fuel Stop Services
- Support for Delivery Flights during Aircraft Ferries
- Assistance with Humanitarian Relief Operations
- Management of Helicopter Transportation Services
- Arrangement of Passenger Flights in accordance with Part 91 & Part 135 Regulations
Queries from Flight Dispatchers
Typical inquiries from flight dispatchers regarding Overflight & Landing in Bolivia.
Required Aircraft Documentation
- Air Operating Certificate (Private Aircraft Exempt)
- Airworthiness Certificate
- Insurance Documentation
- Noise Compliance Certificate
- Aircraft Registration Documentation
Official Bolivia Overflight & Landing Permits Processing Fees
- As per Bolivia Civil Aviation regulations, there are no processing fees imposed by the CAA for the issuance of Bolivia Overflight Permits.
- The Bolivia Civil Aviation Authority will directly issue the air navigation bill to the Airline/Operator.
Validity of a Bolivia Overflight Permit
Working hours of the Bolivia Civil Aviation Authority
- The operating hours of the Bolivia Civil Aviation Authority are from 12:30 PM (1230Z) to 10:00 PM (2200Z).
- Weekends in Bolivia are observed on Saturday and Sunday.
Types of Permits in Bolivia
Charter and Private Operator Services
- Overflight Permits
- Cargo Flight Overfly Permits
- Commercial Airlines
Commercial Airlines
- Monthly Block Permits
- Seasonal Block Overflight Permits
- Overfly Country Navigation Settlement
Business Jets and Airliners Services
- Landing Permits
- Airport Parking Slot Arrangement
Special Category Flights
- State/Military Aircraft (diplomatic clearance required)
- Scientific Research
- Aerial Survey
Authority to Issue Bolivia Overflight & Landing Permits
- The Bolivia Civil Aviation Authority oversees aviation matters in Bolivia.
- The mailing address for the authority is: DG Civil Aeronautics, Palacio de Comunicaciones, 4th Floor, Ave. Mariscal Santa Cruz, La Paz, Bolivia.
FIR's In Bolivia Airspace
- Bolivia’s airspace typically consists of one Flight Information Region (FIR), which is the La Paz FIR.
- The FIR code for Bolivia’s airspace is SLLP.