Bhutan | Overflight Permit, Navigation Fee Payment, Flight Planning, Dispatch Support

Bhutan's aviation sector is essential for connecting this landlocked Himalayan nation to regional and international destinations. Paro International Airport serves as the main gateway, providing a unique and challenging approach between mountainous terrain. The government has focused on maintaining reliable air services, enhancing safety measures, and addressing operational challenges. Bhutan's aviation industry is crucial for trade, tourism, and diplomatic activities. Ongoing efforts aim to ensure safe and efficient air travel, contributing to the country's connectivity and international relations. The unique challenges and opportunities in Bhutan's aviation landscape, including its mountainous terrain and cultural heritage, underscore the importance of strategic planning and collaboration with neighboring countries and international partners. Bhutan's commitment to environmental sustainability and cultural preservation further adds to the significance of aviation for its transportation network.

1FLT and our team of expert dispatchers can help you and your flight overcome your difficulties in obtaining an overflight permit for Bhutan, adjust the necessary overflight validity as needed, and pay overdue navigation fees on your behalf with the Civil Aviation Authority of Bhutan. Our team can also plan and give your team the correct routing for your flight plans while flying over Bhutan and support your dispatch when operating in and out of Bhutan airports.

The information on this page is meant to serve as a guide about Bhutan and should not be considered as a substitute for real-time policies or advice from relevant authorities for specific concerns and accurate information about Bhutan, please feel free to contact us.

Overflight Permit

Is a Bhutan overflight permit required for flights crossing the country's FIR?

An overflight permit is required in Bhutan.

What are the requirements to get a Bhutan overflight permit?

With your Bhutan overflight permit application, you must provide:
  • Operator Name
  • Aircraft Type
  • Aircraft Registration
  • Aircraft Maximum Take-Off Weight
  • Purpose Of Flight
  • Flight Schedule
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Navigation Fee Payment

Who regulates the air navigation of Bhutan?

Department of Civil Aviation - Bhutan

What is the website Bhutan Civil Aviation Authority?

You can visit thier website on the following link: https://www.doat.gov.bt/

Who collects the air navigation fees of Bhutan?

Department of Civil Aviation - Bhutan

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Flight Planning

Who regulates the air space and flight paths of Bhutan?

Department of Civil Aviation - Bhutan

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Dispatch Support

I need help with Bhutan, what services can you provide?

1FLT can help you with any operational need in Bhutan such as flight permits, ground handling, jet fuel, inflight catering, and other services you or your crew might need, We can even provide up-to-date airport information from any airport in Bhutan.

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