India permits, fuel and handling — private, VIP, cargo, medevac, military
Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) regulates civil flight permits in India. Operators planning India operations will meet terms such as flight clearance and landing permission — this page shows what LFS coordinates for every flight type, from overflight and landing permits to fuel, handling, slots and crew logistics.
Request India services| Flight type | Overflight permit | Landing permit | Fuel (Jet A-1) | Ground handling | Slots / PPR | Crew logistics | Local rule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private / GA | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency. |
| VIP / Head of state | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency. |
| Charter | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Charters with more than 14 passengers need Ministry of Tourism approval. |
| Cargo | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency. |
| Medevac | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Exempt from the standard 48-hour permit notice; patient, hospital and doctor details required. |
| Military / state | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency. |
| Humanitarian | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency. |
| Ferry / delivery | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency. |
| Technical stop | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency. |
Private / GA
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency.
VIP / Head of state
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency.
Charter (non-scheduled)
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Charters with more than 14 passengers need Ministry of Tourism approval.
Cargo (incl. dangerous goods & livestock)
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency.
Medevac / air ambulance
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Exempt from the standard 48-hour permit notice; patient, hospital and doctor details required.
Military / state
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency.
Humanitarian
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency.
Ferry / delivery
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency.
Technical stop
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Permits filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency.
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Frequently asked questions
Who files an India landing permission request?
Requests are filed through a DGCA-listed flight clearing agency. LFS prepares the request, coordinates with the clearing agency and tracks the file until an answer is received.
What are ADC and FIC numbers?
The ADC (Air Defence Clearance) number is issued by the defence authorities and the FIC number by the aviation security side; both are referenced on the permit. LFS requests and tracks them as part of the clearance file.
Are medevac flights treated differently in India?
Medevac flights are exempt from the standard 48-hour permit notice, but patient, hospital and doctor details must accompany the request.
Do large charters need extra approval?
Charter flights carrying more than 14 passengers also require Ministry of Tourism approval, which LFS flags when the request is planned.
Which authority issues flight permits for India?
Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is the civil aviation authority responsible for overflight and landing permits in India. LFS prepares the request, files it through the required channel — including accredited or licensed local agents where the law requires one — and tracks it to the answer.
Can LFS arrange fuel and handling in India as well as permits?
Yes. LFS coordinates the permit file together with fuel, ground handling, slots and crew logistics so the ground arrangements match the approved schedule. Availability and pricing are confirmed per request.
Related India pages
Choosing the right channel for your India flight
The flight category decides how the India request is lodged. Civil non-scheduled flights — private, charter, cargo, air ambulance, ferry and technical stops — follow the DGCA flight clearance route through a DGCA-listed clearing agency, explained on our India flight clearance page.
State, military and many government VIP flights are normally requested through diplomatic channels. LFS confirms the correct channel before filing; the operator or sponsoring government provides the diplomatic note where one is required.
Category notes for India
Private and corporate flights
Need a flight clearance and airport arrangements. Parking and slots at busy airports are confirmed separately from the clearance.
Charter passenger and cargo flights
Commercial details — operator approval, manifest and, for cargo, the cargo description including dangerous goods — are reviewed closely. Consistent documents across the clearance and handling avoid queries.
Air ambulance and humanitarian flights
Shorter notice may be considered by the authorities for genuine medical and relief missions. LFS flags these as urgent; approval timing is never guaranteed.
Technical stops and overflights
Technical stops still need a clearance and handling for fuel or crew rest. Overflights need their own reference and receive ADC confirmation from ATC — see ADC and FIC numbers.
Related India guides
More India flight-type questions
Do state and military flights to India use the civil clearance route?
They are normally requested through diplomatic channels. LFS confirms the correct channel for the specific flight before filing.