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Iraq Aviation Overview 030912

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For the latest Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) check the RAMCC - Regional Air Movement Control Center at http://www.centaf.af.mil/ramcc

Enclosures: from the Aviation Overview...

ANNEXES
A. Airspace/Airport Info
B. ATR 42 Details

Airports/Airspace matters, which are now largely stable, have been moved to Annex A

OVERVIEW OF IRAQ AIR MATTERS

  1. Scheduled flights as such have been suspended and flight details removed from the website. For the time being, flights are on an “as required” basis. The standard baggage allowance remains at 25kgs. If passengers have a requirement to carry more than the standard allowance, SPECIAL APPLICATION MUST BE MADE AT THE TIME OF PASSENGER SEAT BOOKING.
  2. It seems unlikely that either Baghdad or Basrah Airports will open to commercial traffic in the foreseeable future.
  3. The Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) has been updated with effect from 18 Aug 03. Among other changes are an increased selection of higher flight levels and overflights for those operators approved by the Airspace Control Authority. Work continues in respect of other restrictions namely: an easing of the need to arrive at destination within +/- 5 minutes; more direct routing between the Jordanian and Syrian entry points and Northern and Southern destinations; and early availability of aviation fuel.
  4. Following the ICAO Search and Rescue Expert’s visit a draft letter of agreement has gone to the Staff of the Iraq Airspace authority. A draft Emergency Response Plan has been produced and will be circulated among stakeholders in the Office of the Coalition Provisional Authority (OCPA), Air Staffs of the Coalition and UNHAS.
  5. In recognition of the recent increased need for official travel by Contractors, US DoD, and Office of the Coalition Provisional Authority (OCPA) personnel, OCPA has authorised a pay-as-you-go charter between Baghdad (BIAP) and Amman (Marka Airport) for OCPA authorised travellers. The service is planned to depart from Amman at 08:00, arrive BIAP at 11:00, depart BIAP at 12:00 and arrive Amman at 13:00 local times. Initially, the charter service will fly up to 48 passengers on Monday-Wednesday-Friday. Travellers can register for the flight by contacting Chuck Litzleman of the Iraqi Assistance Centre, Jordan at ChuckLitz@hotmail.com or + 962 7748 5998. In conjunction with the flight arrival and departure times, CusterBattles will offer a pick-up and drop-off service between BIAP the Republican Palace, the Sheraton/Palestine hotels and the IAC/Al-Rasheed. Please consult with Chuck Litzleman for details.

UNHAS AIRCRAFT ASSETS AND UTILISATION

6. The UNHAS fleet currently consists of:

a. Passenger Aircraft. Two Beechcraft 1900 and an ATR 42. In theory this aircraft can carry 48 passengers with 25kg of baggage each and one tonne of cargo. However, lack of availability of fuel together with restrictions on passengers processing in Baghdad, limits the planned passenger load to 30 for the time being.

b. Cargo Aircraft. Apart from the limited capacity offered by the Beechcraft and ATR aircraft, nil. The IL 76 re-chartered until 9 Sep 03 has departed after airlifting recovery supplies in to Baghdad for the following purposes:

(1) Items relating to the reconstruction of the UN HQ in Baghdad.

(2) Items relating to security/safety improvements.

(3) Medicines and medical equipment.

(4) Emergency humanitarian aid material.

PASSENGER AND CARGO PROCEDURES

7. A comprehensive guide to passenger booking procedures is on this website under “procedures” .

8. With effect from 13 Aug 03, responsibility for air cargo bookings has passed to UNHAS see para 9. Oversight of application of priorities as defined in UNHAS Standard Operating and Administrative Procedures (SAOPs) will be performed by UNJLC. The established procedures remain in place as does the requirement for use the “Cargo Movreq” form with both pages complete in all respects. The Cargo Movreq must be accompanied by a packing list showing weights and dimensions of all pieces in the consignment. There are 4 important reasons for this all of which have the customer’s best interests in mind:

a. The requirement is fully understood and can thus be met.

b. The (properly documented) consignment can be traced throughout its journey to destination.

c. Legal requirements (eg customs) are met and the consignment does not get delayed or impounded en route.

d. Finally, but most importantly, mandatory safety regulations are observed.

9. In addition, as has always been the case, it is necessary for consignors to arrange for the delivery to departure airport and consignees to arrange collection from the destination. At departure, these include: detailed packing list, proper packing and labelling, preparation of airway bills, outbound customs declaration/clearance, palletisation and loading. Similarly at the destination, it is necessary to arrange for: unloading (particularly in Iraq now that the Coalition Forces have withdrawn the service), customs clearance, warehousing and transportation to final destination. There is much specialised knowledge required for many of these activities and air cargo users may well wish to employ the services of a specialist agency.

12. UNHAS - Passenger and Cargo Bookings:

  • For entitled passengers and cargo users only (see UNHAS SAOPs)
  • Opening days/hours: Sunday – Thursday/0900 - 1300
  • Email: iraq.unhas@wfp.org
    Fax: + 962 (0) 6 569 0359.
    Address:

UNHAS Booking office Amman
1st Floor (second level)
4 Mahdi Ben Baraka Street
Shemesani

(From UNDP building: go past the Mirabelle Restaurant and take the first left. Building is the same as the Dr. Oardan/Quandour Clinic)

13. UNJLC - Regional Air Coordinator:

  • Paul Steiner
  • Email: paul.steiner@wfp.org
    Office phone: + 962 (0) 6 569 0120 ext 208.
    Mobile: + 962 (0)79 6969 381.
    Fax: + 962 (0) 6 569 0359.
 
 
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