Flight Support in Iraq
Comprehensive Flight Support Services in
Iraq International Airports
Airways Flight Support offers reliable and tailored aviation services throughout Iraq, ensuring operators experience smooth and efficient flight operations. From creating precise flight plans and coordinating fuel arrangements to securing overflight and landing permits on time and managing full ground handling, our team takes care of every operational detail.
Serving major hubs such as Baghdad, Erbil, and Basra International Airports, we deliver solutions that keep your flights running seamlessly across Iraq’s dynamic airspace. With our combination of local knowledge and global expertise, Airways Flight Support provides trusted support, operational reliability, and cost-effective options designed to fit the specific needs of airlines and private operators in Iraq.
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 Iraq 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 Iraq
- Al Najaf International Airport (NJF)
- Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
- Basra International Airport (BSR)
- Erbil International Airport (EBL)
- Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU)
Geographical and Administrative Data Airport
The geographical location of Al Najaf International Airport (NJF) is in Najaf, Iraq.
- Airport Communications: (Al Najaf ATIS: 123.900 MHz, Al Najaf Ground Control: 121.700 MHz, Control Tower: 119.100 MHz)
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: 24 Hours
- Control Tower: 24 Hours
- IATA Airport Code: NJF
- ICAO Airport Code: ORNI
- Latitude: 32.4347° N
- Longitude: 43.7683° E
- Elevation: 108ft
- Customs: 24 Hours
- Immigration: 24 Hours
- Time: UTC+3.00
- Operating Hours: 24 Hours
- Runway: 10/28 9843 x 148 ft
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.
- Al Sahla Land Hotel: (8.3km from Al Najaf International Airport)
- Royal Eagle Hotel & Restaurant: (5.1km from Al Najaf International Airport)
- Barada Hotel: (4.8km from Al Najaf International Airport)
- Melian Hotel: (12km from Al Najaf International Airport)
- AL Bayan Hotel: (8.0km from Al Najaf 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
The Geographical location of Baghdad International Airport (BGW) is in Baghdad, Iraq.
- Airport Communications: (Baghdad ATIS: 126.950 MHz, Baghdad Ground Control: 121.400 MHz, Control Tower: 118.900 MHz)
- Airport Type: Joint Civil / Military
- Airport Hours: Ops H24; Admin Su-Th 0800-1500Z
- Control Tower: 24 Hours
- IATA Airport Code: BGW
- ICAO Airport Code: ORBI
- Latitude: 33.2625° N
- Longitude: 44.2347° E
- Elevation: 114ft
- Customs: 24 Hours
- Immigration: 24 Hours
- Time: UTC+3.00
- Operating Hours: Ops H24; Admin Sun -Thur 0800-1500Z
- Runway: 15L/33R 13123 x 197 ft
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.
- Ishtar Sheraton Tower: (18.3km from Baghdad International Airport)
- Shanashel Palace Hotel: (18.6km from Baghdad International Airport)
- Al-Mansour Melia Hotel: (16.8km from Baghdad International Airport)
- Bilitom Hotel: (18.6km from Baghdad International A)irport
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
The Geographical location of Basra International Airport (BSR) is in Basra, Iraq.
- Airport Communications: (Basra ATIS: 124.52 MHz, Basra Ground Control: 121.700 MHz, Control Tower: 118.700 MHz)
- Airport Type: Joint Civil / Military
- Airport Hours: 24 Hours
- Control Tower: 24 Hours
- IATA Airport Code: BSR
- ICAO Airport Code: ORMM
- Latitude: 30.5494° N
- Longitude: 47.6622° E
- Elevation: 11ft
- Customs: 24 Hours
- Immigration: 24 Hours
- Time: UTC+3.00
- Operating Hours: 24 Hours
- Runway: 14/32 13146 x 148 ft
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.
- Shams Al Basra: (17.1km from Basra International Airport)
- Almaha Hotel & Resort: (16.7km from Basra 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
The Geographical location of Erbil International Airport (EBL) is in Erbil, Iraq.
- Airport Communications: (Erbil ATIS: 130.400 MHz, Control Tower: 128.800 MHz )
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: H24; Admin (Sun -Thur) 0830-1530Z, PPR
- Control Tower: 24 Hours
- IATA Airport Code: EBL
- ICAO Airport Code: ORER
- Latitude: 36.2371° N
- Longitude: 43.9632° E
- Elevation: 1363ft
- Customs: 24 Hours
- Immigration: 24 Hours
- Time: UTC+3.00
- Operating Hours: H24; Admin Su-Th 0830-1530Z, PPR
- Runway: 18/36 15748 x 246 ft
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.
- Masaya By Emerald: (5.6km from Erbil International Airport)
- Fiori Hotel Erbil: (3.2km from Erbil International Airport)
- Lilac Hotel: (8.6km from Erbil International Airport)
- Erbil Arjaan By Rotana: (4.8km from Erbil International Airport)
- Classy Hotel Ainkawa: (3.3km from Erbil 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
The Geographical location of Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU) is in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.
- Airport Communications: (Sulaymaniyah Area Control Center: 121.700 MHz, Control Tower: 118.300 MHz )
- Airport Type: Civil
- Airport Hours: H24; Admin Su-Th 0500-1200Z, PPR
- Control Tower: 24 Hours
- IATA Airport Code: ISU
- ICAO Airport Code: ORSU
- Latitude: 35.5617° N
- Longitude: 45.3167° E
- Elevation: 2492ft
- Customs: 24 Hours
- Immigration: 24 Hours
- Time: UTC+3.00
- Operating Hours: H24; Admin Su-Th 0500-1200Z, PPR
- Runway: 13/31 11483 x 148 ft
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.
- Copthorne Baranan: (5.9km from Sulaimaniyah International Airport)
- Millennium Kurdistan Hotel and Spa: (12.5km from Sulaimaniyah International Airport)
- Mihrako Hotel and Spa: (8.8km from Sulaimaniyah International Airport)
- Babylon Hotel: (7.5km from Sulaimaniyah International Airport)
- Halwachy Hotel: (8.9km from Sulaimaniyah 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 Iraq.
Required Aircraft Documentation
- Air Operating Certificate (Private Aircraft Exempt)
- Airworthiness Certificate
- Insurance Documentation
- Noise Compliance Certificate
- Aircraft Registration Documentation
Official Iraq Overflight & Landing Permits Processing Fees
- As per Iraq Civil Aviation regulations, there are no processing fees imposed by the CAA for the issuance of Iraq Overflight Permits.
- The Iraq Civil Aviation Authority will directly issue the air navigation bill to the Airline/Operator.
Validity of a Iraq Overflight Permit
Working hours of the Iraq Civil Aviation Authority
- The Iraq Civil Aviation Authority operates on a 24-hour basis.
- Weekends in Iraq are observed on Friday and Saturday.
Types of Permits in Iraq
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 Iraq Overflight & Landing Permits
- Iraq Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA) oversees aviation matters in Iraq.
- The mailing address for the authority is: P.O. Box 23000, Baghdad International Airport, Iraq.
FIR's In Iraq Airspace
- Iraq’s airspace typically consists of one Flight Information Region (FIR), which is the Baghdad FIR.
- The FIR code for Iraq’s airspace is ORBB.