Madagascar Aviation Permits
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Civil Aviation Authority
- Name: Aviation Civile de Madagascar (ACM)
- Website: http://www.acm.mg
- Contact: acm@acm.mg
Estimated Processing Time
Requirements by Operation Type
Private flights require permits. AOC not required for private aircraft.
All non-scheduled flights require prior permits. Minimum 24 working hours lead time.
Scheduled services governed by bilateral agreements. ASECNA manages navigation charges.
Overflight Permit
- Required: Yes
- Authority: ACM
- Lead Time: 24 working hours minimum
- Validity: 72 hours from initial requested schedule
- Fees: No CAA processing fees; ASECNA route navigation charges apply
ASECNA member state. FIR ICAO code: FMMM. Flight plan must follow ICAO format per PANS/RAC DOC.4444.
Submit application at least 24 working hours in advance with ICAO-format flight plan and aircraft documentation.
Landing Permit
- Required: Yes
- Authority: ACM
- Lead Time: 24 working hours minimum
- Validity: 72 hours from initial requested schedule
- Fees: Landing and parking fees apply; ASECNA navigation charges
Landing permit and airport parking slot mandatory. Aircraft documents (AOC, COA, COI, COR, CON) required; private aircraft do not require AOC.
Submit application to ACM with full flight details and aircraft documentation. Airport slot must be secured.
Cabotage
Prohibited for foreign operators
General Remarks
ASECNA member state. ACM operates 0300Z to 1500Z. Flight plan must be submitted 30 minutes before expected departure at departure ARO.