Updated Syria Landing Fees: Aircraft Cost Guide for Flight Operators
- Feb 24
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 4
The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) – Syria has announced new Syria landing fees under Article 225, introducing a revised tariff structure based on the Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) of aircraft.
At First Aero Services, we continuously monitor regulatory changes and provide timely updates to help operators prepare accurate trip estimates and operate smoothly into Syria.
This guide explains the new tariff structure and provides practical landing cost examples for commonly operated aircraft.
New Syria Landing Fee Structure (Article 225)
The landing fee is calculated according to the aircraft’s Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) as approved by the Civil Aviation Authority:
MTOW Category | Landing Fees |
Up to 40 tons | Flat fee: USD 175 |
41 – 100 tons | USD 5 per ton (or part thereof) of MTOW |
101 – 200 tons | USD 5.4 per ton (or part thereof) of MTOW |
201 – 300 tons | USD 7.6 per ton (or part thereof) of MTOW |
Above 300 tons | USD 8 per ton (or part thereof) of MTOW |
Important Notes:
Charges are calculated on the maximum certified MTOW, not the actual operating weight.
Any fraction of a ton is charged as a full ton.
These tariffs apply to civil aircraft operations at Syrian airports in accordance with the official CAA publication.
Why This Matters for Operators
Accurate landing fee calculations are essential for:
Trip cost estimation
Charter quotations
Budget planning
Contract pricing
Operational decision-making
Misestimating MTOW-based charges can significantly affect overall trip costs—especially for heavy aircraft categories.
How First Aero Services Supports You
At First Aero Services, our goal is to make operations into Syria clear, predictable, and efficient. We provide:
Real-time regulatory and tariff updates
Accurate trip cost estimates (landing, handling, fuel, permits, and more)
Operational feasibility support
Full coordination with airport and authority requirements
Our team proactively distributes such updates to ensure operators and dispatchers can plan with confidence.
Practical Landing Fee Examples for Common Aircraft
To support flight planning and charter pricing, here are estimated landing charges based on typical Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) values:
Airbus A320
Typical MTOW: 78 tons
Tariff category: 41–100 tons
Calculation: 78 × USD 5
Estimated Landing Fee: USD 390
Boeing 737-800
Typical MTOW: 79 tons
Tariff category: 41–100 tons
Calculation: 79 × USD 5
Estimated Landing Fee: USD 395
Boeing 777-300ER
Typical MTOW: 351 tons
Tariff category: Above 300 tons
Calculation: 351 × USD 8
Estimated Landing Fee: USD 2,808
First Aero Services is a leading local ground handling provider in Syria, delivering comprehensive support services across all Syrian airports. We proudly serve worldwide flight operators, UNHAS, WFP, VIP and business aviation, humanitarian and aid flights, as well as commercial passenger operations with reliability, efficiency, and local expertise.
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