Botswana-Overfly-landing-permit

If you operate a business jet or a commercial airline planning to fly over Botswana's airspace, obtaining an Overflight Permit from the Botswana Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is essential. As a trip support company, it's crucial to understand the requirements for securing this permit, which include confirmation that there are no political or security objections to your airline, aircraft, or country of origin/destination. Additionally, the permit ensures that there are no outstanding navigation fees owed to the ATC authority

It is highly recommended to consult with a professional aviation services company or your aviation advisor to assist in obtaining the necessary permits and ensuring full compliance with the regulations set by the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana. Their expertise will help streamline the process and avoid potential delays or complications.

The operating hours of the Botswana Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) typically follow standard business hours, which are:

Monday to Friday: ( 0600Z ) till ( 1500Z )
Saturday and Sunday : Closed

However, it’s important to note that these hours may vary due to holidays or other special circumstances. It is advisable to contact the Botswana CAA directly or consult with an aviation service provider for up-to-date information.

For trusted and reliable trip support with Botswana Overflight & landing Permits

Our team of aviation experts ensures smooth and efficient handling of all necessary requirements. With in-depth knowledge of the regulations and procedures, we assist you in obtaining the necessary overflight &landing permits from the Botswana Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). Rely on our 24/7 support to guarantee timely approvals, avoid delays, and ensure compliance, allowing you to focus on a seamless and hassle-free flight

To obtain an Botswana Overflight & Landing Permit, you'll typically need to provide the following details:

Flight Details:

Flight date and time
Flight route (entry and exit points)
Aircraft registration
Aircraft type
Complete Flight Schedule

Purpose of the Flight:

Whether the flight is for commercial, private, or cargo operations
Lead Passenger Details (Only for Passenger Flight)
Consignee and Consigner Details (Only for Cargo Flights)
Passenger Manifest with nationality and passport details

Operator Information:

Name of the operator
Contact information for the operator (phone number, email)
Operator's IATA/ICAO code

Crew Details:

List of crew members (names, positions, nationality and details)
Pilot's license and qualifications

Aircraft Documents:

Aircraft operator's certificate or Air Operator's Certificate (AOC)
Aircraft's insurance certificate (COI)
Aircraft's registration certificate (COR)
Aircraft's airworthiness certificate (COA)
Aircraft radio licence
Noise Certificate

Flight Crew's Passport Details

Passport numbers and expiration dates of crew members (Gen Dec)
Visa details for any layovers (if applicable)

Overflight Payment and Navigation Fees

Confirmation of payment for overflight and navigation fees (if applicable)
Evidence of any outstanding fees (if applicable)

Since requirements may vary, it's advisable to consult with a professional aviation services provider to ensure you gather all the necessary information for a smooth and timely approval process.

Processing Fees

Officially, there are no processing fees applied by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) for the issuance of overflight permits for Botswana's airspace.

Permit Validity

The maximum validity duration for an Botswana overflight & landing permit:

Botswana overflight permit is valid for +72 hours
Botswana landing permit is valid for +24 hours

Sample of Permits

The Botswana Overflight Clearance number CAAB/SSKA/0192/24MAY2020, permit number must be inserted in Item 18 of your Flight Plan.

Flight Information Regions in Botswana Airspace

Airspace of Botswana is currently having one flight information region (FIR).

Botswana FIR ICAO Code is "FBGR"

Jetstream International Offers Botswana Overflight and Landing Permits for below Category

Overflight & Landing Permits	Scheduled Commercial Flights
Non-Scheduled Commercial Flights	Scheduled Flights Cargo flights
Non-Scheduled Crago Flights	Non-schedule Charter or Private Flights
Seasonal Block Overflight Permits	Monthly Block Permits
Humanitarian flights	Ambulance flights

Each of these categories requires approval from the Botswana Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), and the approval process may vary based on the type of flight, airline, or aircraft involved. Aircraft operators must submit all relevant documentation, including flight schedule, purpose of the flight, and crew details, ahead of time to receive the necessary permits on time.