Sri Lanka | Overflight Permit, Navigation Fee Payment, Flight Planning, Dispatch Support

Sri Lanka's aviation sector is well-developed, with Bandaranaike International Airport serving as the primary gateway. The country's strategic location in South Asia contributes to its role as a key aviation player. Investments in airport infrastructure, safety measures, and technology align with Sri Lanka's commitment to maintaining high standards in aviation. The aviation industry plays a crucial role in connecting Sri Lanka globally, supporting tourism, trade, and economic activities. Ongoing efforts focus on sustainable growth, enhancing air connectivity, and ensuring a high-quality travel experience for passengers. Sri Lanka's emphasis on innovation, technology, and its cultural and historical richness further positions it as a competitive player in the South Asian aviation landscape. The country's diverse landscapes, including pristine beaches, ancient temples, and lush greenery, add to the significance of aviation for Sri Lanka's transportation network.

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

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

Overflight Permit

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

An overflight permit is required but there are exclusions when overflying Sri Lanka.

What is the validity of a Sri Lanka overflight permit?

Sri Lanka's overflight validity is plus 48 hours from the approved date of your flight's departure.

What are the requirements to get a Sri Lanka overflight permit?

With your Sri Lanka overflight permit application, you must provide:
  • Operator Name
  • Operator Address
  • Aircraft Type
  • Aircraft Registration
  • Aircraft Maximum Take-Off Weight
  • Purpose Of Flight
  • Flight Schedule
  • FIR Entry And Exit Points
  • FIR Entry And Exit Estimated Elapsed Time
  • FIR Routing
  • PIC Full Name
There are additional requirements for Sri Lanka not specified here, reach out to us for more details about this.
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Navigation Fee Payment

Who regulates the air navigation of Sri Lanka?

Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL)

What is the website Sri Lanka Civil Aviation Authority?

You can visit thier website on the following link: https://www.caa.lk/

Who collects the air navigation fees of Sri Lanka?

Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL)

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Flight Planning

Who regulates the air space and flight paths of Sri Lanka?

Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL)

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Dispatch Support

I need help with Sri Lanka, what services can you provide?

1FLT can help you with any operational need in Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka.

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