Sri Lanka - 2.2 Aviation
Key airport information may also be found at: http://worldaerodata.com/
Airline operation in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has a total of 22 airports that serve both regional and international destinations. Out of the 22 airports, 5 function as international airports, while the remaining airports primarily enhance domestic connectivity within the country.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing and regulating civil aviation activities in Sri Lanka. The government entity's mission is to facilitate, through strategic planning and effective regulation, the operation of a safe, secure, efficient, regular, and environmentally friendly national civil aviation system that conforms to International Standards and Recommended Practices and national legislative requirements. The details of CAASL can be found on their official website at https://www.caa.lk/en/.
The key airports that will be examined in this chapter include:
|
Name |
Type |
ICAO / IATA ID |
Location |
Usage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bandaranaike International Airport |
International |
VCBI / CMB |
Colombo, Western Province |
Public / Military |
|
Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport |
International |
VCRI / HRI |
Hambantota, Southern Province |
Public |
|
Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana |
International |
VCCC / RML |
Colombo, Western Province |
Public / Military |
|
Batticaloa International Airport |
International |
VCCB / BTC |
Batticaloa, Eastern Province |
Military / Public |
|
Jaffna International Airport |
International |
VCCJ / JAF |
Jaffna, Northern Province |
Public / Military |
|
Anuradhapura Airport |
National |
VCCA / ACJ |
Anuradhapura, North Central Province |
Military / Public |
|
China Bay Airport |
National |
VCCT / TRR |
Trincomalee, Eastern Province |
Military / Public |
|
Ampara Airport (Gal Oya) |
National |
VCCG / ADP |
Ampara, Eastern Province |
Military / Public |
|
Koggala Airport |
National |
VCCK / KCT |
Galle, Southern Province |
Military / Public |
Destinations and Route Map for Domestic Flights in Sri Lanka
Note: Flying and driving times may vary.
Source: https://www.cinnamonair.com/destinations.html
For more information on government agency and airport company contact information, please see the following links: 4.1 Government Contact List and 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft
Section 32 (2) of the Civil Aviation Act no 14 of 2010, prescribes that no foreign civil aircraft may enter the territory of Sri Lanka without a special permission or authorization from the Director General. Further Section 73 (2) of the aforesaid Act, prescribes that commercial air transport operations into or out of Sri Lanka performed by a foreign air operator, shall be in accordance with the terms of a Foreign Air Operator Certificate issued by the Director General to such foreign air operator.
To acquire a Foreign Air Operator Certificate (FAOC) for registering foreign aircraft, follow the instructions in the SLCAP 4105 Foreign Air Operator Certification Manual. A duly filled application form along with the applicable fee shall be forwarded to the Civil Aviation Authority office. The aforementioned documents can be accessed through the links below:
SLCAP 4105 Foreign Air Operator Certification Manual: https://www.caa.lk/images/stories/pdf/ops/SLCAP_4105_Foreign_Air_Operator_Certification_Manual_Second_Edition.pdf
Application forms: https://www.caa.lk/en/downloads/applications#applications
List of Documents to be submitted by the applicant (for initial issuance of Foreign Air Operator Certificate)
01 Application
02 A copy of valid Air Operator Certificate
03 A copy of valid Operations Specifications
04 Authorization under Air Services Agreement
05 Details about Aircraft Maintenance Agreement & Quality Assurance in Sri Lanka
06 A copy of lease agreement, if aircraft are leased
07 Operator’s Security Manual
08 Dangerous Goods manual
09 Accident Victim Relief Programme
10 Ground Handling Arrangement
11 Details about arrangement for removal of disabled aircraft
12 Declaration to pay Embarkation levy & other liens
13 Declaration to abide by Rules & Regulations
14 Proof about Insurance Cover
15 Contact details of the Accountable Manager in Sri Lanka
16 GSA Appointment letter & the GSA Agreement
17 Conditions of Carriage
18 Certification Fees
Sri Lanka - 2.2.1 Bandaranaike International Airport
Airport Overview
|
Airport Location and Contact |
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|---|---|
|
Country |
Sri Lanka |
|
Province or District |
Gampaha |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Colombo (32.5 km) |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Bandaranaike International Airport |
|
Latitude |
7.181111 |
|
Longitude |
79.883611 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
26 ft / 8 m |
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IATA Code |
CMB |
|
ICAO Code |
VCBI |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd |
|
Management Contact Person |
Chairman Tel: +94 112252666 Fax: +94 112258946 Email: chairman@airport.lk |
|
Open From (hours) |
00.00 |
|
Open To (hours) |
00.00 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Government of Sri Lanka has the authority of the Bandaranaike International airport while Airport and Aviation Services Ltd (AASL) is responsible for the management of the airport and ensures security measures are in place. Ceylon Petrol Cooperation (CEYPETCO) operates the fuelling facilities and SriLankan Cargo provides cargo handling services. The Screening of passengers and clearance of goods is done by Sri Lanka customs.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2022
|
Per Year |
|
|---|---|
|
Total Aircraft Movements |
37,599 |
|
Total Passengers |
5,502,539 |
|
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
250,000 |
|
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
166,969.46 |
|
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
Yes |
Runways
|
Runway |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
3,350 m X 45 m |
|
Orientation |
04/22 |
|
Surface |
Asphalt |
Helicopter Pad(s)
Bandaranaike International Airport is not equipped with helipads, although helipads are available at the adjacent military base. Nevertheless, passengers and charter companies can land by helicopters through helicopter marshalling. Details for helicopter landing site/helipad approval can be found at:
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure facilities in the Bandaranaike International airport undergo periodic maintenance. The airport consists of all the necessary equipment for flying. Sri Lanka is a tropical country thus there is no threat of icing of the aircraft. However, the aircraft can get iced at high altitudes, but it naturally de-ices on the ground, therefore, no de-icing equipment is required.
|
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
|
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
|
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
|
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
|
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
|
Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
|
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
|
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
|
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
No |
|
Base Operating Room |
No |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
|
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
|
NDB |
N/A |
VOR |
Yes |
|
ILS |
N/A |
Airport Operating Details
|
Operating Details |
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|---|---|---|---|
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
Antonov, Boeing747, Airbus 380 |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
Antonov, Boeing747, Airbus 380 |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
29 parking bases |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
A total of 377 m3 of Freezer & Cold Room in Imports Terminal, along with warehouses covering a combined area of 8,690.8 m² in Terminals I, II, and III. |
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Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
N/A |
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Max Height (m) |
N/A |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Other Comments |
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Customs Guidance
Sri Lanka customs headquarters is located at a walking distance from the port of Colombo. The customs administration is a department coming under the Ministry of Finance and Mass Media. The main activities of the customs at the port are Collection of revenue, prevention of revenue leakages and other frauds, facilitation of legitimate trade, collection of import and export data to provide statistics and cooperation and coordination with other Government Departments and stakeholders in respect of imports and exports. Before importing or exporting goods, custom declaration document should be submitted along with other documents. (Information regarding the documents needed is available at: https://www.customs.gov.lk/business/). The Customs Declaration (CusDec) is an important document which should be produced to the customs. It is a document based on the internationally recognized Single Administrative Document (SAD).
For more information on customs in Sri Lanka, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Storage Facilities
There is a total of 377 m3 of Freezer & Cold Room in Imports Terminal, along with warehouses covering a combined area of 8,690.8 m² in Terminals I, II, and III. The details of these storage facilities are as shown in the table below:
Storage Facilities at Bandaranaike International Airport
|
Terminal |
Type |
Area |
Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Imports Terminal |
Freezer & Cold Room |
377 m3 |
|
|
Terminal I |
Warehouse |
3,065.8 m² |
Warehouse space on ground floor, including mezzanine floor (22 nos. of Warehouses). |
|
Terminal II |
Warehouse |
2,727 m² |
Warehouse space including mezzanine floor |
|
Terminal III |
Warehouse |
2,898 m² |
Warehouse space on ground floor, including mezzanine floor (12 nos. of Warehouses). |
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
|
Charges |
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
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|
0 - 7,000 |
7,001 - 136,000 |
136,001 and over |
|
|
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
|
Landing USD - $ |
US $ 04 for every One Thousand kg. Or part of thereof, subject to a minimum charge of US $ 250 |
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Night Landing USD - $ |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
|
Night Take-Off USD - $ |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
|
Parking |
For the use of the apron in excess of 03 hours shall be 10% of the landing Charges for every six hours or part of thereof. |
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|
Handling Charges |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
Fuelling services at Bandaranaike International Airport are provided by the CEYPETCO Aviation - Katunayaka, which also offers fuel storage facilities. Cooperate and executive jets, as well as registered foreign military aircraft, are permitted to refuel at the station in Bandaranaike International Airport. The fuel is imported and refined by CEYPETCO. CEYPETCO at Bandaranaike International Airport offers hydrant fuelling and refueler refuelling facilities (over wing /under wing fuelling). The storage capacity at Bandaranaike International Airport comprises three tanks, each with a capacity of 2.6 million litres for Jet A-1 fuel, along with 200-liter sealed drums for Avgas.
Real-time prices quote for Jet A-1 and Avgas in Sri Lanka can be found at:
https://jet-a1-fuel.com/price/sri-lanka
https://jet-a1-fuel.com/avgas/sri-lanka
CARGO TERMINAL CHARGES
Details on cargo handling charges at Bandaranaike International Airport can be found at:
https://www.srilankancargo.com/hub-in-the-ocean/requirements-charges
https://www.srilankancargo.com/hub-in-the-ocean/cargo-center-tour
AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES
|
Aircraft category |
Base Charge |
Additional charges |
|
|---|---|---|---|
|
A320, A310, B727, B737, B757, IL62 |
US $ 100- for 1st 75 minutes |
US $ 35 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
|
A300, A330, B767, B777-200, IL86, IL96 |
US $ 125-for 1st 90 minutes |
US $ 40 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
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A340, B777-300, B747, DC10, MD11, L1011 |
US $ 150 for 1st 90 minutes |
US $ 50 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 Aerobridge Movements & above per half-month
5% Discount for airlines having 30 - 49 Aerobridge Movements per half-month
Redocked charge
US $ 25 - If the aerobridge was retracted on request by the Airline
If the aerobridge was retracted & re-docked at any time on request by the airline, the charges will be calculated based on total time of bridge bay occupancy from the first docking time to the final time of retraction & US$ 25 will be levied as an additional operational charge per retraction and re-docking.
Depending on operational requirements, If AASL requested to tow the aircraft away from the Aerobridge to another bay and later allowed to be re-docked, the charges will be calculated as a single operation and the time considered as the total occupancy time of the aircraft kept docked at the aerobridge.
In the event, the airline fails to tow the Aircraft from the aerobridge without justifiable reason, aerobridge charge will be levied for the total period which it had occupied the bridge bay.
In addition, a penalty which is equal to the total aerobridge charge will also be imposed.
*10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month
*5% Discount for airlines above 30 up to 49 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month
Note: Updates on air-bridge charges can be found at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/business_info/airline_parking
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
According to Section 2.1.3 of GEN 4 – CHARGES FOR AERODROMES AND AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES (updated as of 30 June 2022), certain aircraft shall be exempted from the payment of landing charges, including (a) aircraft engaged in emergency, search and rescue and humanitarian purposes when providing a free service, and (f) aircraft of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. For more details, please refer to the document at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm
Security
Security information for travellers can be accessed through the link below:
Sri Lanka - 2.2.2 Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport
Airport Overview
Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport is the first greenfield airport in Sri Lanka. While originally intended for public use, it currently serves as an aircraft parking facility and an aviation training center due to low demand. However, the airport's underutilized status could serve as an advantageous resource in emergency situations.
|
Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Sri Lanka |
|
Province or District |
Hambantota |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Hambantota (18 km) |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport |
|
Latitude |
6.291227 |
|
Longitude |
81.122007 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
159 ft / 48 m |
|
IATA Code |
HRI |
|
ICAO Code |
VCRI |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
|
|
Management Contact Person |
Director - Chief Operations - All Airports Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport Tel: + 94 47 203 1100 Fax: + 94 47 203 1133 |
|
Open From (hours) |
00.00 |
|
Open To (hours) |
00.00 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Government of Sri Lanka has the authority of the Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport while Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL) manages the airport. Ceylon Petrol Cooperation (CEYPETCO) operates the fuelling facilities and SriLankan Cargo provides cargo handling services. The security is provided by AASL, and Screening of passengers and clearance of goods is done by Sri Lanka customs.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2021
|
Per Year |
|
|---|---|
|
Total Aircraft Movements |
N/A |
|
Total Passengers |
25,767 |
|
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
50,000 |
|
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
N/A |
|
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
Runways
|
Runway |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
3,500 m X 60 m |
|
Orientation |
05/23 |
|
Surface |
Asphalt |
|
Comments |
The runway comes with 7.5-meter paved shoulders on either side. It can accommodate code 4F Aircrafts. |
Helicopter Pad(s)
Helicopter operations are allowed at the airport. There is no specific designated location or area for parking helicopters. Engine ground running with rotors turning is not permitted within 200 meters of other ACFT, motor vehicles or building. Ground and air taxing of helicopters have to be done using existing TWY system with the permission of ATC. Details for helicopter landing site/helipad approval can be found at:
Airport Infrastructure Details
Since the airport was recently constructed, the infrastructure does not require immediate maintenance, and maintenance procedures are carried out on a regular basis. All the necessary infrastructure facilities for international transportation have been obtained.
|
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
|
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
|
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
|
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
|
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
N/A |
|
Pax Transport to Airfield |
N/A |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
|
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
|
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
|
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
No |
|
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
|
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
|
NDB |
N/A |
VOR |
Yes |
|
ILS |
N/A |
Airport Operating Details
|
Operating Details |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
Antonov, Boeing747, Airbus 380 |
||
|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
Antonov, Boeing747, Airbus 380 |
||
|
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
73,500 m² |
||
|
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
N/A |
||
|
Handling Equipment |
|||
|
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
N/A |
|
Max Height (m) |
N/A |
||
|
Loading Ramps |
Yes |
||
|
Other Comments |
Cargo handling facilities are available for all anticipating requirements. |
||
Customs Guidance
Sri Lanka customs headquarters is located at a walking distance from the port of Colombo. The customs administration is a department coming under the Ministry of Finance and Mass Media. The main activities of the customs at the port are Collection of revenue, prevention of revenue leakages and other frauds, facilitation of legitimate trade, collection of import and export data to provide statistics and cooperation and coordination with other Government Departments and stakeholders in respect of imports and exports. Before importing or exporting goods, custom declaration document should be submitted along with other documents. (Information regarding the documents needed is available at: https://www.customs.gov.lk/business/). The Customs Declaration (CusDec) is an important document which should be produced to the customs. It is a document based on the internationally recognized Single Administrative Document (SAD).
For more information on customs in Sri Lanka, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Storage Facilities
Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport has airport cargo facilities occupying 1,000 m² and can handle up to 50,000 MT per year.
Airfield Costs
Fire Cover Charges
USD 100 + VAT per one hour or part thereof
Landing Fees
US $ 04 for every One Thousand kg. Or part of thereof, subject to a minimum charge of US $ 250
Parking Fees
For the use of the apron in excess of 03 hours shall be 10% of the landing Charges for every six hours or part of thereof.
Security Charges
First Hour or part thereof - US$ 15 Per Head
Additional Man hour for first 30 minutes - US$ 10 Per Head
Exceeding 30 minutes - US$ 15 Per Hour
Note: Updates on airfield charges can be found at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/business_info/airline_parking
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
Fuelling services at Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport are provided by the CEYPETCO Aviation - Mattala, which also offers fuel storage facilities. Cooperate and executive jets, as well as registered foreign military aircraft, are permitted to refuel at the station in Mattala Rajapaksha International Airport. The fuel is imported and refined by CEYPETCO. CEYPETCO at the airport offers hydrant fuelling and refueler refuelling facilities (over wing /under wing fuelling). The storage capacity at Bandaranaike International Airport comprises three tanks, each with a capacity of 1.0 million litres for Jet A-1 fuel, along with 200-liter sealed drums for Avgas.
Real-time prices quote for Jet A-1 and Avgas in Sri Lanka can be found at:
https://jet-a1-fuel.com/price/sri-lanka
https://jet-a1-fuel.com/avgas/sri-lanka
AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES
|
Aircraft category |
Base Charge |
Additional charges |
|
|---|---|---|---|
|
A320, A310, B727, B737, B757, IL62 |
US $ 100- for 1st 75 minutes |
US $ 35 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
|
A300, A330, B767, B777-200, IL86, IL96 |
US $ 125-for 1st 90 minutes |
US $ 40 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
|
A340, B777-300, B747, DC10, MD11, L1011 |
US $ 150 for 1st 90 minutes |
US $ 50 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 Aerobridge Movements & above per half-month
5% Discount for airlines having 30 - 49 Aerobridge Movements per half-month
Redocked charge
US $ 25 - If the aerobridge was retracted on request by the Airline
If the aerobridge was retracted & re-docked at any time on request by the airline, the charges will be calculated based on total time of bridge bay occupancy from the first docking time to the final time of retraction & US$ 25 will be levied as an additional operational charge per retraction and re-docking.
Depending on operational requirements, If AASL requested to tow the aircraft away from the Aerobridge to another bay and later allowed to be re-docked, the charges will be calculated as a single operation and the time considered as the total occupancy time of the aircraft kept docked at the aerobridge.
In the event, the airline fails to tow the Aircraft from the aerobridge without justifiable reason, aerobridge charge will be levied for the total period which it had occupied the bridge bay.
In addition, a penalty which is equal to the total aerobridge charge will also be imposed.
*10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month
*5% Discount for airlines above 30 up to 49 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month
Note: Updates on air-bridge charges can be found at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/business_info/airline_parking
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
According to Section 2.1.3 of GEN 4 – CHARGES FOR AERODROMES AND AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES (updated as of 30 June 2022), certain aircraft shall be exempted from the payment of landing charges, including (a) aircraft engaged in emergency, search and rescue and humanitarian purposes when providing a free service, and (f) aircraft of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. For more details, please refer to the document at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm
Security
Security information for travellers can be accessed through the link below:
Sri Lanka - 2.2.3 Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana
Airport Overview
Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana was the country's first international airport and was the only international airport in Sri Lanka until the inauguration of Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake, in 1967. The airport currently serves several domestic services and is home to several aviation training organizations.
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Sri Lanka |
|
Province or District |
Rathmalana |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Colombo (19 km) |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana |
|
Latitude |
6.821223 |
|
Longitude |
79.890295 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
16 ft / 5 m |
|
IATA Code |
RML |
|
ICAO Code |
VCCC |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited |
|
Management Contact Person |
Chief Airport Manager + 94 11 26 23 030 / + 94 77 30 47 661 |
|
Open From (hours) |
00.00 |
|
Open To (hours) |
00.00 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Government of Sri Lanka has the authority of the Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana while Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited manages the airport. Ceylon Petrol Cooperation (CEYPETCO) operates the fuelling facilities in the airport.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2016
|
Per Year |
|
|---|---|
|
Total Aircraft Movements |
236,387 |
|
Total Passengers |
2,336,897 |
|
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
N/A |
|
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
1,256 |
|
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colombo_International_Airport,_Ratmalana
Runways
|
Runway |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1,833 m x 30 m |
|
Orientation |
04/22 |
|
Surface |
Asphalt |
|
Condition |
Good |
Helicopter Pad(s)
Helicopter landing area is available. Details for helicopter landing site/helipad approval can be found at:
Airport Infrastructure Details
Cargo handling facilities are not available.
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
N/A |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
Yes |
|
Windsock |
N/A |
|
|
Airfield Costs
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
Fuelling at Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana is handled by the CEYPETCO unit, which also offers fuel storage services. Cooperation and executive jets, along with registered foreign military aircraft, are permitted to refuel at the station in Ratmalana. CEYPETCO imports and refines the fuel, ensuring its quality. The CEYPETCO station in Ratmalana provides refueller refuelling (over wing / under wing fuelling). The storage capacity at Ratmalana includes five tanks with a total capacity of 280,000 liters for Jet A-1 fuel, along with 200-liter sealed drums for Avgas.
Real-time prices quote for Jet A-1 and Avgas in Sri Lanka can be found at:
https://jet-a1-fuel.com/price/sri-lanka
https://jet-a1-fuel.com/avgas/sri-lanka
AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES
|
Aircraft category |
Base Charge |
Additional charges |
|
|---|---|---|---|
|
A320, A310, B727, B737, B757, IL62 |
US $ 100- for 1st 75 minutes |
US $ 35 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
|
A300, A330, B767, B777-200, IL86, IL96 |
US $ 125-for 1st 90 minutes |
US $ 40 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
|
A340, B777-300, B747, DC10, MD11, L1011 |
US $ 150 for 1st 90 minutes |
US $ 50 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 Aerobridge Movements & above per half-month
5% Discount for airlines having 30 - 49 Aerobridge Movements per half-month
Redocked charge
US $ 25 - If the aerobridge was retracted on request by the Airline
If the aerobridge was retracted & re-docked at any time on request by the airline, the charges will be calculated based on total time of bridge bay occupancy from the first docking time to the final time of retraction & US$ 25 will be levied as an additional operational charge per retraction and re-docking.
Depending on operational requirements, If AASL requested to tow the aircraft away from the Aerobridge to another bay and later allowed to be re-docked, the charges will be calculated as a single operation and the time considered as the total occupancy time of the aircraft kept docked at the aerobridge.
In the event, the airline fails to tow the Aircraft from the aerobridge without justifiable reason, aerobridge charge will be levied for the total period which it had occupied the bridge bay.
In addition, a penalty which is equal to the total aerobridge charge will also be imposed.
*10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month
*5% Discount for airlines above 30 up to 49 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month
Note: Updates on air-bridge charges can be found at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/business_info/airline_parking
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
According to Section 2.1.3 of GEN 4 – CHARGES FOR AERODROMES AND AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES (updated as of 30 June 2022), certain aircraft shall be exempted from the payment of landing charges, including (a) aircraft engaged in emergency, search and rescue and humanitarian purposes when providing a free service, and (f) aircraft of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. For more details, please refer to the document at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm
Security
Security information for travellers can be accessed through the link below:
https://www.airport.lk/services/aviation_security
Sri Lanka - 2.2.4 Batticaloa International Airport
Airport Overview
Located southeast of the city of Batticaloa, Batticaloa International Airport serves as an international airport for eastern Sri Lanka. The airport was taken over by the Sri Lanka Air Force during the Sri Lankan Civil War and reopened for civil operations in 2018.
|
Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Sri Lanka |
|
Province or District |
Batticaloa |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Batticaloa (2.4 km) |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Batticaloa International Airport |
|
Latitude |
7.706208 |
|
Longitude |
81.681501 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
10 ft / 3 m |
|
IATA Code |
BTC |
|
ICAO Code |
VCCB |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited |
|
Management Contact Person |
Officer in charge +94 654549966 Batticaloa International Airport, Batticaloa, Sri Lanka |
|
Open From (hours) |
00.00 |
|
Open To (hours) |
00.00 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Batticaloa International Airport is managed by Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Runways
|
Runway |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1,066 m X 46 m |
|
Orientation |
06/24 |
|
Surface |
Bitumen |
Helicopter Pad(s)
There is no specific designated location or area for parking helicopters.
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
N/A |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
N/A |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids |
N/A |
Perimeter Fencing |
N/A |
|
Windsock |
N/A |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
Fuel services are not available.
AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES
|
Aircraft category |
Base Charge |
Additional charges |
|
|---|---|---|---|
|
A320, A310, B727, B737, B757, IL62 |
US $ 100- for 1st 75 minutes |
US $ 35 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
|
A300, A330, B767, B777-200, IL86, IL96 |
US $ 125-for 1st 90 minutes |
US $ 40 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
|
A340, B777-300, B747, DC10, MD11, L1011 |
US $ 150 for 1st 90 minutes |
US $ 50 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 Aerobridge Movements & above per half-month
5% Discount for airlines having 30 - 49 Aerobridge Movements per half-month
Redocked charge
US $ 25 - If the aerobridge was retracted on request by the Airline
If the aerobridge was retracted & re-docked at any time on request by the airline, the charges will be calculated based on total time of bridge bay occupancy from the first docking time to the final time of retraction & US$ 25 will be levied as an additional operational charge per retraction and re-docking.
Depending on operational requirements, If AASL requested to tow the aircraft away from the Aerobridge to another bay and later allowed to be re-docked, the charges will be calculated as a single operation and the time considered as the total occupancy time of the aircraft kept docked at the aerobridge.
In the event, the airline fails to tow the Aircraft from the aerobridge without justifiable reason, aerobridge charge will be levied for the total period which it had occupied the bridge bay.
In addition, a penalty which is equal to the total aerobridge charge will also be imposed.
*10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month
*5% Discount for airlines above 30 up to 49 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month
Note: Updates on air-bridge charges can be found at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/business_info/airline_parking
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
According to Section 2.1.3 of GEN 4 – CHARGES FOR AERODROMES AND AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES (updated as of 30 June 2022), certain aircraft shall be exempted from the payment of landing charges, including (a) aircraft engaged in emergency, search and rescue and humanitarian purposes when providing a free service, and (f) aircraft of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. For more details, please refer to the document at:
Security
Security information for travellers can be accessed through the link below:
https://www.airport.lk/services/aviation_security
Sri Lanka - 2.2.5 Jaffna International Airport
Airport Overview
Jaffna International Airport was opened officially on 17 October 2019. The airport was originally built by the Royal Air Force during World War II and later served as the country's second international airport before being taken over by the Sri Lanka Air Force.
|
Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Sri Lanka |
|
Province or District |
Jaffna |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Jaffna (16 km) |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Jaffna International Airport |
|
Latitude |
9.795141 |
|
Longitude |
80.067562 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
33 ft / 10 m |
|
IATA Code |
JAF |
|
ICAO Code |
VCCJ |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited |
|
Management Contact Person |
Mr W M L G Wansekara, Operations Manager Jaffna International Airport, Palaly, Sri Lanka + 94 71 6875 415 |
|
Open From (hours) |
00.00 |
|
Open To (hours) |
00.00 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Government of Sri Lanka has the authority of the Jaffna International Airport while Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited manages the airport.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Runways
|
Runway |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1,400 m x 30 m |
|
Orientation |
05/23 |
|
Surface |
Asphalt |
Helicopter Pad(s)
There is no helipad in the airport, but helicopter parking areas are available. Engine ground running with rotors turning is not permitted within 200 M of other ACFT, motor vehicles or building. Where ground taxing is involved, existing TWYsystem is to be utilized. Whenever possible, Air taxing should be confined to the existing TWY system. Details for helicopter landing site/helipad approval can be found at:
Airport Infrastructure Details
Handling services are available upon prior request.
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
N/A |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
N/A |
|
Navigation Aids |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
N/A |
|
Windsock |
N/A |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
Fuel services are not available.
AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES
|
Aircraft category |
Base Charge |
Additional charges |
|
|---|---|---|---|
|
A320, A310, B727, B737, B757, IL62 |
US $ 100- for 1st 75 minutes |
US $ 35 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
|
A300, A330, B767, B777-200, IL86, IL96 |
US $ 125-for 1st 90 minutes |
US $ 40 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
|
A340, B777-300, B747, DC10, MD11, L1011 |
US $ 150 for 1st 90 minutes |
US $ 50 - Next 15 minutes or fraction thereof |
|
10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 Aerobridge Movements & above per half-month
5% Discount for airlines having 30 - 49 Aerobridge Movements per half-month
Redocked charge
US $ 25 - If the aerobridge was retracted on request by the Airline
If the aerobridge was retracted & re-docked at any time on request by the airline, the charges will be calculated based on total time of bridge bay occupancy from the first docking time to the final time of retraction & US$ 25 will be levied as an additional operational charge per retraction and re-docking.
Depending on operational requirements, If AASL requested to tow the aircraft away from the Aerobridge to another bay and later allowed to be re-docked, the charges will be calculated as a single operation and the time considered as the total occupancy time of the aircraft kept docked at the aerobridge.
In the event, the airline fails to tow the Aircraft from the aerobridge without justifiable reason, aerobridge charge will be levied for the total period which it had occupied the bridge bay.
In addition, a penalty which is equal to the total aerobridge charge will also be imposed.
*10% Discount for airlines exceeding 50 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month
*5% Discount for airlines above 30 up to 49 aerobridge movements for a period of 1/2 month
Note: Updates on air-bridge charges can be found at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/business_info/airline_parking
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
According to Section 2.1.3 of GEN 4 – CHARGES FOR AERODROMES AND AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES (updated as of 30 June 2022), certain aircraft shall be exempted from the payment of landing charges, including (a) aircraft engaged in emergency, search and rescue and humanitarian purposes when providing a free service, and (f) aircraft of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. For more details, please refer to the document at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm
Security
Security information for travellers can be accessed through the link below:
https://www.airport.lk/services/aviation_security
Sri Lanka - 2.2.6 Anuradhapura National Airport
Airport Overview
Anuradhapura Airport is a domestic airport that serves both military and civil aviation purposes in Anuradhapura. The airport is not a major commercial airport and operates on a smaller scale compared to international airports in Sri Lanka.
|
Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Sri Lanka |
|
Province or District |
Anuradhapura |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Anuradhapura (4.7 km) |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Anuradhapura Airport |
|
Latitude |
8.303872 |
|
Longitude |
80.429110 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
325ft / 99m |
|
IATA Code |
ACJ |
|
ICAO Code |
VCCA |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Sri Lanka Air Force |
|
Management Contact Person |
Group Captain J M D R WWNTP FernandoRWP, RSP and Bar, Msc (Def & Strat Stu), psc. Sri Lanka Air Force Base Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. +94 25 2222138 |
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
N/A |
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1630 m x 46 m |
|
Runway Orientation |
05/23 |
|
Runway Surface |
Bitumen |
|
Runway Condition |
N/A |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
N/A |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
N/A |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
N/A |
|
Weather Information |
N/A |
Aircraft Parking Space |
N/A |
|
Navigation Aids |
N/A |
Perimeter Fencing |
N/A |
|
Windsock |
N/A |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
Fuel services are not available.
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
According to Section 2.1.3 of GEN 4 – CHARGES FOR AERODROMES AND AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES (updated as of 30 June 2022), certain aircraft shall be exempted from the payment of landing charges, including (a) aircraft engaged in emergency, search and rescue and humanitarian purposes when providing a free service, and (f) aircraft of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. For more details, please refer to the document at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm
Sri Lanka - 2.2.7 China Bay National Airport
Airport Overview
China Bay Airport serves both military and civil aviation purposes, as well as functioning as a training academy in China Bay in eastern Sri Lanka. The airport is also known as Trincomalee Airport and SLAF China Bay. The airport is not a major commercial airport and operates on a smaller scale compared to international airports in Sri Lanka.
|
Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Sri Lanka |
|
Province or District |
Trincomalee |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Trincomalee (7 km) |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
China Bay Airport |
|
Latitude |
8.545674 |
|
Longitude |
81.189271 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
7 ft / 2.13 m |
|
IATA Code |
TRR |
|
ICAO Code |
VCCT |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Sri Lanka Air Force |
|
Management Contact Person |
Air Commodore SDGM Silva WWV, RSP, USP, MSc (Mil Stu), MSc (Strat Stu), BSc (Def Stu), Pg Dip (IR), fawc, rcds, psc. Commandant, Sri Lanka Air Force Academy, China Bay, Sri Lanka. +94 262233272 +94 262233273 |
|
N/A |
|
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
2397 m (length) |
|
Runway Orientation |
06/24 |
|
Runway Surface |
Asphalt |
|
Runway Condition |
N/A |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
N/A |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
N/A |
|
Navigation Aids |
N/A |
Perimeter Fencing |
N/A |
|
Windsock |
N/A |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
Fuel services are not available.
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
According to Section 2.1.3 of GEN 4 – CHARGES FOR AERODROMES AND AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES (updated as of 30 June 2022), certain aircraft shall be exempted from the payment of landing charges, including (a) aircraft engaged in emergency, search and rescue and humanitarian purposes when providing a free service, and (f) aircraft of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. For more details, please refer to the document at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm
Sri Lanka - 2.2.8 Ampara National Airport
Airport Overview
Ampara Airport is a domestic airport that serves both military and civil aviation purposes in Ampara. The airport is not a major commercial airport and operates on a smaller scale compared to international airports in Sri Lanka.
|
Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Sri Lanka |
|
Province or District |
Ampara |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Ampara (8.1 km) |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Ampara Airport (Gal Oya) |
|
Latitude |
7.3355 |
|
Longitude |
81.62217 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
151 ft / 46 m |
|
IATA Code |
ADP |
|
ICAO Code |
VCCG |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Sri Lanka Air Force |
|
Management Contact Person |
Group Captain WMDGCPK Warnasooriya USP, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), MA (IR), BA (Def Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc Commanding Officer, Sri Lanka Air Force, Ampara, Sri Lanka Tel: +94 63 2229152 +94 77 2229152 |
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
N/A |
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1,097 m X 46 m |
|
Runway Orientation |
N/A |
|
Runway Surface |
Bitumen |
|
Runway Condition |
N/A |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
N/A |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
N/A |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
N/A |
|
Weather Information |
N/A |
Aircraft Parking Space |
N/A |
|
Navigation Aids |
N/A |
Perimeter Fencing |
N/A |
|
Windsock |
N/A |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
Fuel services are not available.
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
According to Section 2.1.3 of GEN 4 – CHARGES FOR AERODROMES AND AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES (updated as of 30 June 2022), certain aircraft shall be exempted from the payment of landing charges, including (a) aircraft engaged in emergency, search and rescue and humanitarian purposes when providing a free service, and (f) aircraft of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. For more details, please refer to the document at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm
Sri Lanka - 2.2.9 Koggala National Airport
Airport Overview
Koggala Airport is a domestic airport that serves both military and civil aviation purposes in Galle. The airport is not a major commercial airport and operates on a smaller scale compared to international airports in Sri Lanka.
|
Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Sri Lanka |
|
Province or District |
Galle |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Galle (14 km) |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Koggala Airport |
|
Latitude |
5.993889 |
|
Longitude |
80.320556 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
10 ft / 3m |
|
IATA Code |
KCT |
|
ICAO Code |
VCCK |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Sri Lanka Air Force |
|
Management Contact Person |
Group Captain RMT Rajapaksha USP, MSc (Def & Strat Stu), Pg Dip (Def Mgt), psc. Commanding Officer, Sri Lanka Air Force, Koggala, Sri Lanka Tel: +94 91 2832281 +94 91 2283144 |
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
N/A |
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
958 m X 43 m |
|
Runway Orientation |
07/25 |
|
Runway Surface |
Bitumen |
|
Runway Condition |
Asphalt |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
N/A |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
N/A |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
N/A |
|
Weather Information |
N/A |
Aircraft Parking Space |
N/A |
|
Navigation Aids |
N/A |
Perimeter Fencing |
N/A |
|
Windsock |
N/A |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
Fuel services are not available.
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
According to Section 2.1.3 of GEN 4 – CHARGES FOR AERODROMES AND AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES (updated as of 30 June 2022), certain aircraft shall be exempted from the payment of landing charges, including (a) aircraft engaged in emergency, search and rescue and humanitarian purposes when providing a free service, and (f) aircraft of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. For more details, please refer to the document at:
https://www.airport.lk/aasl/AIS/AMDT%20WEB/AIP%20FROM%2011%20AUG%202022/htm/111.htm