China - Apply for Overflight Permit

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Procedure

Air transport enterprises intended to take effect in 60 days before the date of the international air freight, by letter, fax, e-mail and other means the Civil Aviation Authority regulations, according to the prescribed format to the CAA proposed tariff application, application materials should be implemented, including international aviation freight type, tariff levels, the applicable conditions and explanatory materials; the date of the decision within fifteen days from the acceptance of the Civil Aviation Authority approval or non-approval of make.

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Required Documents

• Aircraft Certificate of Registration
• Aircraft Certificate of Airworthiness (If restricted please supply details)
• Insurance Certificate showing worldwide coverage or country specific coverage
• Pilot License and Medical

Office Locations & Contacts

National Civil Aviation Authority:
Department of International Affairs and Cooperation
Address:
Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC)
155 Dongsi Street West
Dongcheng District
Tel: 010-64091730
Beijing 100710
China
AFTN: ZBBB YAYX

Eligibility

Based air transport agreements or agreements signed between China and a foreign government, when air transport companies operate scheduled air transport services in China and overseas locations between locations, build, adjust, modify, international air freight, should declare to the CAA.

Fees

Explain the fees structure which is required for obtaining the certificate/document.

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

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Related Videos

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Instructions

A lead time of at least 96 hours is required for overflight permits for both private non-revenue and charter (non-scheduled commercial) flights.

Required Information

• Operator Info (Telephone/Fax/Billing Address)
• Owner & Aircraft Info (registration/Type of A/C, Purpose, Seats)
• Crew Info & Schedule (Full names, Passport #s & Exp. Dates, Nationality, DOBs)
• Flight Route
• Local Sponsor & Handler Contact Info

Need for the Document

Overflight permits are authorizations from Civil Aviation Authorities (CAAs) to overfly that countrys airspace. These differ in terms of regulations and airspace coverage area, depending on the country.

Information which might help

Operators who do not follow overflight and landing permit clearances accurately may encounter difficulties. An aircraft may be returned to its point of origin if the crew arrives at a point of entry into China different from the one provided on the overflight or landing permit confirmation. In China, you need to fly your assigned and cleared route precisely as provided on the confirmation.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Flight Permits are permits or permission required by an aircraft to overfly, land or make a technical stop in any country's airspace. All countries have their own regulations regarding issuance of flight permits as there is generally a payment involved.

External Links

International air freight approval

Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC)

China Civil Aviation Administration of International Cooperation Center

State Organs

Others

If youre operating an aircraft with more than 29 seats, youll be deemed a charter (non-scheduled commercial) flight and face additional permit requirements, including providing a charter agreement, Air Operator Certificate (AOC) and aircraft interior configuration. All aircraft at or under the 29-seat capacity are treated as private/business flights, even if you are actually operating as a charter (non-scheduled commercial). Cabotage is seldom an issue in China but it must still be requested and confirmed every time to avoid issues. Keep in mind that the CAAC will only provide permits for business flights, as tourism flights are not permitted within China at this time.