Flight Support in Portugal
Comprehensive Flight Support Services in
Portugal International Airports
Airways Flight Support provides professional aviation services across Portugal’s major international airports, ensuring your flights operate with efficiency and precision. Our experienced team manages every aspect of your journey, including tailored flight planning, dependable fuel coordination, quick processing of overflight and landing permits, and complete ground handling solutions.
Whether you’re operating through Lisbon, Porto, Faro, or other strategic airports across Portugal, we deliver smooth coordination and consistent operational reliability. Trust Airways Flight Support to provide expert assistance, seamless execution, and cost-effective aviation support designed specifically for your operational needs in Portugal.
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 Portugal 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 Portugal
Geographical and Administrative Data Airport
- Geographical Location: Beja Airport serves the town of Beja in Portugal.
- Airport Communications: (Control Tower: 118.900 MHz)
- IATA Airport Code: BYJ
- ICAO Airport Code: LPBJ
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: Operational 24 hours
- Control Tower: Operational 24 hours
- Latitude: 38.0781° N
- Longitude: 7.9397° W
- Elevation: 636 feet
- Customs: Operational 24 hours
- Immigration: Operational 24 hours
- Time Zone: UTC±00:00 (Western European Time)
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Runway: 01/19, 10,827 × 148 feet.
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 Melius: (3.5 km from Beja Airport)
- BejaParque Hotel: (4.2 km from Beja Airport)
- Pousada Convento Beja: (5.8 km from Beja Airport)
- Hotel Bejense: (6.1 km from Beja Airport)
- Santa Barbara Hotel: (6.5 km from Beja Airport)
- Monte das Beatas: (8.3 km from Beja 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: Faro Airport serves the city of Faro in Portugal.
- Airport Communications: (Faro ATIS: 124.200 MHz, Faro Ground: 118.575 MHz, Control Tower: 120.755 MHz)
- IATA Airport Code: FAO
- ICAO Airport Code: LPFR
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: Operational 24 hours
- Control Tower: Operational 24 hours
- Latitude: 37.0181° N
- Longitude: 7.9708° W
- Elevation: 24 feet
- Customs: Operational 24 hours
- Immigration: Operational 24 hours
- Time Zone: UTC±00:00 (Western European Time)
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Runway: 10/28, 8,212 × 148 feet.
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 Faro & Beach Club: (2.5 km from Faro Airport)
- Eva Senses Hotel: (2.7 km from Faro Airport)
- Hotel Algarve Casino: (4.3 km from Faro Airport)
- Hotel Sol Algarve: (4.9 km from Faro Airport)
- Hotel 3K Faro Aeroporto: (5.4 km from Faro Airport)
- Stay Hotel Faro Centro: (5.6 km from Faro 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: Madeira Airport serves the island of Madeira, Portugal.
- Airport Communications: (Control Tower: N/A)
- IATA Airport Code: FNC
- ICAO Airport Code: LPMA
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: Operational 24 hours
- Control Tower: Operational 24 hours
- Latitude: 32.6978° N
- Longitude: 16.7747° W
- Elevation: 192 feet
- Customs: Operational 24 hours
- Immigration: Operational 24 hours
- Time Zone: UTC±00:00 (Western European Time)
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Runway: 05/23, 9,124 × 197 feet.
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.
- Santa Cruz Village Hotel: (1.3 km from Madeira Airport)
- Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club: (2.7 km from Madeira Airport)
- Hotel Santa Cruz: (2.8 km from Madeira Airport)
- Hotel Roca Mar: (2.9 km from Madeira Airport)
Vila Galé Santa Cruz: (3.4 km from Madeira Airport)
- Four Views Oasis Hotel: (3.5 km from Madeira 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: Porto Santo Airport serves the island of Porto Santo in Portugal.
- Airport Communications: (Control Tower: N/A)
- IATA Airport Code: PXO
- ICAO Airport Code: LPPS
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: Operational 24 hours
- Control Tower: Operational 24 hours
- Latitude: 33.0734° N
- Longitude: 16.3497° W
- Elevation: 341 feet
- Customs: Operational 24 hours
- Immigration: Operational 24 hours
- Time Zone: UTC±00:00 (Western European Time)
- Operating Hours: 24 hours
- Runway: 18/36, 5,643 × 148 feet.
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.
Pestana Porto Santo Beach Resort & Spa: (1.2 km from Porto Santo Airport)
- Hotel Praia Dourada: (2.3 km from Porto Santo Airport)
- Vila Baleira Resort Porto Santo: (3.6 km from Porto Santo Airport)
- Hotel Porto Santo & Spa: (3.7 km from Porto Santo Airport)
- Torre Praia Hotel: (4.2 km from Porto Santo Airport)
- Inatel Porto Santo: (4.5 km from Porto Santo 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 Portugal.
Required Aircraft Documentation
- Air Operating Certificate (Private Aircraft Exempt)
- Airworthiness Certificate
- Insurance Documentation
- Noise Compliance Certificate
- Aircraft Registration Documentation
Official Portugal Overflight & Landing Permits Processing Fees
- As per the regulations of the Portugal Civil Aviation Authority, there are “No Processing fees” charged for the issuance of overflight permits for the Portugal.
- The Portugal Civil Aviation Authority will directly issue the air navigation bill to the airline/operator Via Euro Control.
Validity of a Portugal Overflight Permit
Overflight permits are not required to fly through Portugal airspace.
Working hours of the Portugal Civil Aviation Authority
The Portugal Civil Aviation Authority operates during the following hours:
- Weekdays: 0100Z to 1000Z
- Weekends: Saturday and Sunday
Types of Permits in Portugal
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 Portugal Overflight & Landing Permits
- The Portugal Civil Aviation Authority oversees aviation matters in Portugal.
- The postal address for the authority is: Instituto Nacional de Aviação Civil, Rua B, Edifícios 4, 5, 6, Humberto Delgado Airport, 1749-034 Lisbon, Portugal.
FIR's In Portugal Airspace
Portugal’s airspace is covered by two Flight Information Regions (FIRs):
- Lisbon FIR Code: “LPPO”
- Santa Maria FIR Code: “LPPS”
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