Pakistan permits, fuel and handling — private, VIP, cargo, medevac, military
Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) regulates civil flight permits in Pakistan. Operators planning Pakistan operations will meet terms such as PCAA 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 Pakistan 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 | Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number. |
| VIP / Head of state | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number. |
| Charter | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number. |
| Cargo | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number. |
| Medevac | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number. |
| Military / state | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number. |
| Humanitarian | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number. |
| Ferry / delivery | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number. |
| Technical stop | Filed & tracked | Confirmed per request | Coordinated into-plane | Supervised on the ramp | Requested with permit | Hotel, transport, visas | Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number. |
Private / GA
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number.
VIP / Head of state
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number.
Charter (non-scheduled)
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number.
Cargo (incl. dangerous goods & livestock)
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number.
Medevac / air ambulance
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number.
Military / state
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number.
Humanitarian
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number.
Ferry / delivery
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number.
Technical stop
- Overflight permit
- Landing permit
- Fuel (Jet A-1)
- Ground handling
- Slots / PPR
- Crew logistics
Local rule: Clearance involves the PCAA and an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number.
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Frequently asked questions
What clearances does a flight to Pakistan need?
A PCAA flight clearance and landing permission, plus an Air Defence Clearance (ADC) number. LFS prepares the request and tracks both tracks through the Director Air Transport (DAT) side.
Which authority issues flight permits for Pakistan?
Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) is the civil aviation authority responsible for overflight and landing permits in Pakistan. 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 Pakistan 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.
How do I request Pakistan permits from LFS?
Send the route, aircraft registration, schedule and purpose of flight through the LFS request form or to ops@lfs.aero. The 24/7 desk replies with the requirements that apply to your operation.
Which flight types does LFS support in Pakistan?
Private and general aviation, VIP and head-of-state, non-scheduled charter, cargo including dangerous goods and live animals, medevac, military and state, humanitarian, ferry and delivery, and technical stops. Each flight type has its own permit and ground requirements, confirmed per request.