Aurangabad Airport VAAU

Aurangabad Airport is in the Maharashtra state of India. An ancient and stunning city, it was the capital of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. Here’s what you need to know. 

Languages spoken at Aurangabad Airport: Hindi and English

Navaid available: NDB , DME (VOR), DVOR

Lead time for permit approval:

• Operating Non-PRC: 1 working day for technical landing, 3 working days for load change
• Operating PRC: 3 working day for technical landing, 7 working days for load change

Airport operating hours:
0015 – 0200 UTC
0645 – 0830 UTC
0930 – 1515 UTC

Extention of watch hours is possible if arranged and paid for in advance.

On the Ground 

Aircraft handled

Airport slots: Approval is required from VAAU APD office

Ramp facilities: GH equipment/ transport / first aid and emergency services are available.

Passenger and crew facilities: There is no GA terminal. You agent should provide baggage assistance and escort guests through CIQ clearance.

Maintainance and hangars: Extremely limited and acquired through a commercial airline.

Parking facilities: Available with pre-approval from APD office. Aircraft should carry towbar on board.

Security: CCTV and airport security – CISF

Customs and Immigration: Not available at VAAU as it is a domestic airport

Alternatives to Aurangabad Airport: VANP, VAID, VABB

Important numbers:

• Emergency: +91 2402476121 (ATC)
• Police: +91 0240-2380808 / 2392504
• Fire: +91 0240 – 2334000 / 2331444 / 2340011 – 14
• Customs (terminal manager): +91 2402476147
• Airport authority: +91 2402476121
• AIS: +91 2402476121

Tourist Information 

Climate:

The climate of Aurangabad is temperate with low humidity and diverse weather conditions. Aurangabad has three seasons: Summer, Winter, and Monsoon.

Summer lasts from March to May with average temperatures of 37°C to 21°C. Winter lasts from November to February with average temperatures of 22°C to 10°C. Monsoon lasts from June to October and see moderate rainfall of 91cm on average.

Safety:

• Visitors are advised to follow their planned schedule with a pre-appointed guide
• Use hotel transport and avoid unnecessary night travel
• Be wary of strangers
• Don’t wear expensive items or jewelry

Attractions: 

• Ajanta Caves (UNESCO world heritage site)
• 2Ellora Caves
• Devgiri Fort
• Ghrishneshwar Temple
• Pitalkhora Caves

Accommodation close to Aurangabad Airport:

• Welcome Hotel Rama International
• Ajanta Ambassador
• Lemon Tree
• Vits
• Vivanta by Tai
• Windsor Castle

For assistance with your operation to Aurangabad Airport, or another location in India, contact  india@uas.aero