What is the tower frequency at LLOV?

The tower frequency at Ovda is 129.9 MHz.

Does LLOV require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Ovda (Israel).

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Ovda

Ovda (LLOV/VDA) serves Ovda, Israel. This is a small airport with 2 runways (02L/20R, 02R/20L). Field elevation is 1492 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: LLOV
Name: Ovda
Type: small_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 29.9403
Longitude: 34.935799
Elevation: 1492 ft
Country: Israel
Municipality: Ovda
IATA Code: VDA
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Jerusalem
Distance from City: 0.3 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 02L/20R

Designation: 02L/20R
Dimensions: 8530 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 02R/20L

Designation: 02R/20L
Dimensions: 9843 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 129.900 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: ILS 52 per tonne MTOW
Parking Fee: ILS 22 per tonne MTOW per 24 hours
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: ILS
Remarks: Standard airport charges apply at Ovda. Contact airport authority for details.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Single fuel provider at Ovda. Self-fueling not permitted.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Israeli security procedures apply at Ovda. APIS required 24 hours prior. Advance coordination with CAAI mandatory for GA flights.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No curfew at Ovda. Noise abatement procedures apply during night hours. Preferential runway system may be in effect.

Alternates

OJAQ

ICAO: OJAQ
Name: King Hussein Intl
Distance (NM): 20.2
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Queen Alia International is the primary port of entry. Visa on arrival available for many nationalities. APIS submission required. Jordan Pass available for tourism.

HETB

ICAO: HETB
Name: Taba Intl
Distance (NM): 22.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

HESC

ICAO: HESC
Name: St Catherine
Distance (NM): 88.2
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

HEAR

ICAO: HEAR
Name: El Arish Intl
Distance (NM): 88.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International airport. Visa required. Check security situation in North Sinai. May have operational restrictions.

Airport Services

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Israel Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Not Available
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: N/A -- GA overflight generally not permitted
Landing Lead Time: 4 business days (minimum); 7+ business days recommended due to rigorous screening

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require CAAI authorization with full crew/passenger manifests. Security clearance may take longer.

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Nearby Airports

LLYT Yotvata Airfield 7 NM LLER Ramon International Airport 13 NM OJAQ King Hussein Intl 20 NM HETB Taba Intl 22 NM LLEY Ein Yahav Airfield 43 NM LLMR Mitzpe Ramon Airfield 43 NM LLRM Ramon Air Base 52 NM LLNV Nevatim Air Base 76 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at LLOV?: The tower frequency at Ovda is 129.9 MHz.
What fuel is available at LLOV?: Ovda offers Jet A-1.
Does LLOV require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Ovda (Israel).

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