Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI/OMAD) Operational Guide

Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI/OMAD) serves business and government aviation in central Abu Dhabi. ASM coordinates AZI flight support through its 24/7 operations desk, aligning applicable UAE approvals, airport acceptance, ground handling, parking, Jet A-1 fuel, crew logistics and passenger requirements for each proposed movement.

Information reviewed: 9 September 2026. Confirm the current national AIP, NOTAMs, airport procedures and supplier availability before operation.

AZI/OMAD operational facts

Operational item	Planning reference
Airport	Al Bateen Executive Airport
IATA / ICAO	AZI / OMAD
Location	Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Typical planning scope	Permissions, slots or PPR, handling, parking, fuel and crew support as applicable
Service confirmation	Required separately for the aircraft, schedule and ground time
Operational check	Current AIP, NOTAMs, authority approval, airport acceptance and supplier confirmation

Why must airport acceptance and parking be confirmed early at AZI?

Al Bateen is focused on executive aviation, but that does not make access or parking automatic. Aircraft type, schedule, ground time, mission purpose and required services must be reviewed with the airport and appointed provider before the itinerary is committed.

ASM’s flight support team tracks outstanding confirmations as one operational plan rather than treating each service in isolation.

UAE approvals and operational coordination

The approval path depends on whether the operation is private, commercial, government, diplomatic or state-related. Operator registration, passenger information and Emirate or federal requirements should be reviewed as applicable. A change in aircraft, routing or schedule can require renewed coordination.

Review aircraft, routing or timing changes through ASM flight permit support before revising only the handler or passenger schedule.

Ground handling and parking at AZI

The service request should define ramp handling, passenger and crew processing, baggage, ground equipment, water and lavatory service, catering delivery, transport and any special assistance. Confirm capability for the aircraft type and schedule.

Parking is separate from permits and slots. State whether the aircraft will turn, remain overnight or reposition. ASM coordinates ground handling with the accepted provider.

Jet A-1 fuel and turnaround planning

Send the registration, aircraft type, ETA and ETD, fuel grade, estimated quantity and release or billing instruction. Reconfirm the uplift when the route, payload or schedule changes.

ASM’s aviation fuel services coordinate supplier acceptance and delivery timing with the handler. General availability is not a confirmed uplift.

Abu Dhabi business and event traffic

Major events and official movements can tighten parking, handling and transport capacity. Submit known schedules early and maintain a repositioning or revised-ground-time plan where required.

Customs, immigration and quarantine at AZI

International movements may require customs, immigration and other border-control processing. Requirements depend on origin, destination, passenger status, aircraft operation and current UAE procedures. ASM coordinates applicable ground arrangements with the appointed handler; final clearance remains with the relevant authorities.

Operating restrictions and NOTAM checks at AZI

Review current airport operating hours, NOTAMs, temporary restrictions and applicable airport procedures before confirming the movement. Current AIP and airport information should control the final plan.

Crew logistics and schedule disruption

Plan accommodation, transport and reporting time around crew duty and the confirmed airport arrangement. A delayed arrival or revised departure can require the permit, slot, parking, fuel and local services to be reconfirmed.

What information should operators send ASM?

Provide the operator, aircraft type and registration, MTOW, routing, ETA and ETD in UTC, purpose of flight, passenger and crew totals, ground time, fuel uplift, handling scope, parking requirement and any cargo or special-service details.

Frequently asked questions

Does AZI require a landing permit?

Requirements depend on operator status, traffic rights, aircraft, origin and purpose. ASM reviews the mission and coordinates applicable submissions; the relevant authority retains approval.

Are slots, PPR or airport acceptance required at AZI?

The applicable control can change by operation type and traffic period. Confirm the current AIP, NOTAMs and airport instructions for arrival and departure.

Is Jet A-1 available at AZI?

Jet A-1 is normally available, but quantity, supplier acceptance, delivery timing and the fuel release must be confirmed for the movement.

Can ASM coordinate ground handling at AZI?

Yes. ASM can coordinate the appointed provider for the accepted ramp, passenger, crew, equipment, catering and transport requirements.

Can aircraft parking be guaranteed?

No. Parking remains subject to airport and handler confirmation for the aircraft, schedule and proposed ground time.

How early should operators submit the request??

Submit as early as practical. The minimum regulatory notice does not guarantee slots, parking, handling, fuel or special services.

Is Al Bateen available for every private or business aircraft?

No airport should be assumed available without review. Eligibility, schedule acceptance, parking, handling capability and services must be confirmed for the aircraft and mission.

For private or corporate passenger charter enquiries, visit ASM Charter. Flight support for an operator’s own aircraft remains coordinated through the operations desk below.

Request flight support at AZI

ASM has supported international aviation operations since 1998 and coordinates AZI flight support through its 24/7 desk.

Email: sales@asm.aero
Telephone: +971 4 409 7755

Permits, slots, airport acceptance, parking, fuel and handling remain subject to the relevant authorities and suppliers for the individual movement.