Trip Support in Italy: Airport Guide with Costs and Operational Requirements
Italy remains a challenging destination in private aviation due to the complex aviation regulations, combined civil/military airport operations, and seasonal restrictions. Careful attention by a good flight support service will really ease the flights to and from that great nation. At Icarus Jet, we provide detailed ground handling services, from permit to parking, customs, and fueling – all at your fingertips to make your Italian operations smooth and hassle-free.
Icarus Jet is a trusted partner in the aviation industry, particularly in Italy, where every flight is handled with high precision. Whether flying into major airports like Rome Ciampino or Naples Capodichino or handling the smaller niche operations of military airports, we have you fully covered.
Key Airports in Italy: Costs, Requirements, and Services
LIBD / BRI (Palese/Bari-Karol Wojtyla Airport)
- Total Cost: €1,733.75
– Handling: €1,264.00
– Communication Fee: €25.00
– Landing Fee: €221.76
– Takeoff Fee: €221.76
– Security: €1.23 - Type: Joint Civil/Military Operations
- Runway: 9,843 x 148 ft, 07/25
- Hours: Open 24 hours
- Entry Status: Airport of Entry
- Handling Fee: €1,264.80 (varies by A/C MTOW, based on G650ER)
- Restrictions: Summer (April 1 – October 1) – No overnight/long-term parking, max ground time 3 hours
- CIQ Hours: 05:00 – 00:00 (extensions at €50/hour)
- PPR and Slot: Required
LIBR / BDS (Papola-Casale/Brindisi Salento Airport)
- Total Cost: €1,733.75
- Handling: €1,264.00
- Communication Fee: €25.00
- Landing Fee: €221.76
- Takeoff Fee: €221.76
- Security: €1.23
- Location: Southern Italy, 6 km from city center
- Type: Joint Civil/Military Operations
- Runways: 10,000 x 148 ft (13/31), 5,892 x 148 ft (05/23)
- Hours: Open 24 hours
- Handling Fee: €1,136 (varies by A/C MTOW, based on G650ER)
- Restrictions: Summer (April 1 – October 1) – Max parking 3 hours, longer stays 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM; exemptions for military, ambulance, and emergency flights
- CIQ Hours: 24 hours, night operations for emergencies only.
- Refueling: 06:00-21:30 LT, Customs: 06:00-00:00 LT, FBO: 08:00-20:00 LT (extensions possible)
- PPR and Slot: Not required
- Fuel: Available, no shortages
- Parking: Must be coordinated; no hangars
- Alternate Airports for Parking: LICA or LIBP
LIBG / TAR (Taranto-Grottaglie Airport)
- Location: 1.5 km from Monteiasi
- Type: Joint Civil/Military Operations
- Runway: 9,843 x 148 ft, 07/25
- Hours: Open 08:00-12:00 LT; Control Tower 06:00-18:00z (no extensions)
- Entry Status: Airport of Entry
- Parking: Available from June 17 (subject to availability)
- Flight Type: Taxi flights with AOC pay half the taxes of private flights; private flights without AOC pay double
- Taxes and Fees: Vary by flight details
LICC / CTA (Catania Fontanarossa/Vincenzo Bellini Airport)
- Hours: Open 24/7
- Handling: Available 08:00-20:00 LT
- Runway: 7,992 x 148 ft, 08/26
- Extensions: Available on request (GAT available, no FBO)
- Parking: Max ground time in summer 1-2 hours; overnight parking not allowed
LIRN / NAP (Naples/Capodichino Airport)
- Total Cost: €1,949.64
– Handling: €1,316.00
– PPR/Stand Request: €60.00
– Customs/Government Fees: €50.00
– Administration Fee: €25.00
– Landing & Takeoff: €498.64 - Runway: 8,622 x 148 ft, 06/24
- Restrictions: Summer – Max parking 3 hours; Winter – Max parking 48 hours
- CIQ Hours: 04:00-21:00 UTC
- PPR: Required, must be submitted 15 days before ETD
- Fuel: Delays possible
- Parking: Private apron available
- Alternate Airports for Parking: LIBF or LIRI
LIRA / CIA (Rome/Ciampino G B Pastine Airport)
- Total Cost: €7,298.54
– Handling: €1,575.00
– Service Terminal Charge: €110.00
– Coordination: €75.00
– Pax Assistance: €85.00 per pax
– Marshalling: €75.00
– Permit: €100.00
– Airport Fees: €5,278.54 - Hours: 04:00-21:00 UTC, GAT 05:00-21:30 UTC
- Runway: 7,228 x 148 ft, 15/33
- PPR: Required
- Parking: Available, no hangars
LIRF / FCO (Rome/Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport)
- Usage: Used if LIRA cannot accommodate the flight
- Runway: 12,802 x 197 ft, 16R/34L
- PPR: Required
LIRN / NAP (Naples/Capodichino Airport)
- Total Cost: €1,949.64
– Handling: €1,316.00
– PPR/Stand Request: €60.00
– Customs/Government Fees: €50.00
– Administration Fee: €25.00
– Landing & Takeoff: €498.64 - Runway: 8,622 x 148 ft, 06/24
- Restrictions: Summer – Max parking 3 hours; Winter – Max parking 48 hours
- CIQ Hours: 04:00-21:00 UTC
- PPR: Required, must be submitted 15 days before ETD
- Fuel: Delays possible
- Parking: Private apron available
- Alternate Airports for Parking: LIBF or LIRI
LIMC / MXP (Milan/Malpensa Airport)
- Total Cost: €5,021.19
– Handling: €1,575.00
– Service Terminal Charge: €110.00
– Coordination: €75.00
– Pax Assistance: €85.00 per pax
– Marshalling: €75.00
– Permit: €100.00
– Airport Fees: €3,001.19 - Runways: 12,861 x 197 ft (17R/35L, 17L/35R)
- Hours: Open 24/7
- PPR: Not required
- Parking: Available, no hangars
LIRI / QSR (Salerno-Costa D'Amalfi Airport)
- Total Cost: €2,020.00
– Handling: €1,575.00
– Service Terminal Charge: €110.00
– Coordination: €75.00
– Pax Assistance: €85.00 per pax
– Marshalling: €75.00
– Permit: €100.00 - Runway: 5,430 x 148 ft, 05/23
- Entry Status: Airport of Entry
LIEO / OLB (Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport)
- Hours: Airport open 24/7, GAT 07:00-22:00 LT (extensions available)
- CIQ: Available on request
- Parking: Overnight parking available
- PPR and Slot: Not required
- Fuel: Available, no shortage after July 22
LIRS / GRS (Grosseto Airport)
- Type: Military-managed
- Hours: Open sunrise to sunset
- CIQ: Available on request
- Parking: No overnight parking
- PPR: Required with 24 hours’ notice
- Fuel: 24 hours’ notice required
What trip support services does Icarus Jet provide?
Icarus Jet is fully prepared to offer integrated trip support services throughout the entire operation – anywhere in the world. Such services include flight planning, whereby routes are drawn out and optimized for safety and efficiency. Our crew services take care of everything from crew scheduling to accommodations. Flight watch provides real-time flight monitoring, smoothing the path to easily manage, make changes, or update at once.
We are expert ground handlers, quick and safe on the tarmac. We handle fuel services, ensuring availability at competitive prices. Overflight and landing permits are arranged for international flights to ensure that all regulatory formalities are met. Furthermore, Icarus Jet offers the finest in-flight catering service, tailored according to your preference, and a detailed cost estimate to keep your trip within budget and hassle-free.
Conclusion: How to maximize your next trip to Italy
Operating in Italy’s aviation environment can be complex: strict regulations, restrictions particular to each airport, and the relationship between civil and military airports. Relying on Icarus Jet’s experience and local relationships will secure a seamless operation.
From permits and ground handling arrangements to customs, we will ensure your trip goes seamlessly and the onboard passengers enjoy their flight. Let Icarus Jet handle professional trip support so you can focus on flying as we do the job in Italy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the parking restrictions for major Italian airports during summer?
Most Italian airports have restrictive parking constraints during the summer months (April 1-October 1). As examples: Bari, LIBD, has no long-term or overnight parking, with a ground time of 3 hours maximum; Brindisi (LIBR) has a 3-hour maximum daylight parking, while parking is allowed at night between 2200-0700.
Do any specific permits or slots apply to Italian airports?
For certain airports, PPR/slot coordination is required for the operation. For example, LIRA, Rome Ciampino, and LIBD, Bari, require PPR/slot coordination. For other airports, such as Milan Malpensa (LIMC), Brindisi (LIBR), no slot is required for operations.
What is the handling fee within Italian airports for a G650ER aircraft?
Handling fees at the different airports are not the same, for example: Bari airport charges 1,264.00 €, Brindisi airport charges 1,136.00 €, and Rome Ciampino airport charges 1,575.00 €. They depend for the most part on the aircraft type and its maximum takeoff weight (MTOW).
What are the operational restrictions at military and jointly used civil/military airports?
A number of Italian airports have joint civil/military management. For example, Taranto-Grottaglie (LIBG) is a shared airport and jointly managed by Civil Aviation Authority, Military Aviation Authority with limited operational hours and will not allow any extension. Another one, Grosseto Airport (LIRS) has military management and needs PPR, notice of 24-hours and no overnight parking facility.
Does Icarus Jet provide trip support in Italy?
Icarus Jet provides a wide array of trip support services in Italy, including ground handling, flight planning, fuel coordination, overflight and landing permits, and arrangements for customs. With experts in handling civil and military airports, Icarus Jet smoothly operates all the formalities of the regulatory procedures, ensuring complete coordination with local authorities.
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