Business Aviation Operations to Istanbul

Operational Hours

Istanbul Sabiha Gocken International Airport (LTFJ) is operational for 24 hours.

Permits and Slots

All operations require prior approvals from CAA Turkey. Slots needs to be approved from the airport authority before applying landing permit.

Aircraft documents like CoA, Insurance along with the slots approval need to be submitted to CAA Turkey for landing permit. The lead time is 5 working days.

Crew Visa

Depending upon the nationality, crew visa is required. Please check with the local ground handler well in advance.

Customs and Immigration

Passengers and Crew can clear customs through VIP terminal.

Passenger and crew details should be provided to the Ground Handler before flight so that customs clearance can be expedited.

Ground Handler

Please provide Aircraft Documents, Schedule, Crew and Passenger details to the ground handler to avoid any unexpected delays during departure and arrivals.