International Flight Information Manual (Finland)

The International Flight Information Manual (IFIM)

Aeronautical Information: Finland

Designated Authorities

1. Civil Aviation

Postal address:	Civil Aviation Administration (CAA) P.O. Box 50 FIN-01531 VANTAA Finland
Telephone:
Fax:	(358) 82772099
Telex:	12-1247 AVIA SF
AFS:	EFHKYAYX
Cable/SITA:	CIVILAIR Helsinki
E-mail:	ais@fcaa.fi
WWW:	www.ilmailulaitos.com/ilmailulaitos/

2. Meteorology

Postal address:	Finnish Meteorological Institute Vuorikatu 24 Box 503 FIN-00101 HELSINKI Finland
Telephone:
Fax:	(358) 9-179581
Telex:	124436 EFKL
AFS:	EFKLYMYX
Cable/SITA:	METEOCENTER Helsinki
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3. Customs

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4. Immigration

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5. Health

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6. Animal Quarantine

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7. Plant Quarantine

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8. Air Navigation and Airport Charges

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9. Aircraft Accident Investigation

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Aeronautical Information Services (AIS)

1. AIS Headquarters

Postal address:	Civil Aviation Administration Aeronautical Information Service PO Box 50 FIN-01531 VANTAA Finland
Telephone:	+358 9 82771
Fax:	+358 9 8277 4359 +358 9 8277 3096
Telex:	124437 EFHK
AFS:	EFHKYNYX
Cable/SITA:	AIRPORT Helsinki
E-mail:	ais@fcaa.fi
WWW:	www.ilmailulaitos.fi/ilmailulaitos/

2. International NOTAM Office (NOF)

Postal address:	Civil Aviation Administration Aeronautical Information Service PO Box 50 FIN-01531 VANTAA Finland
Telephone:	+358 9 82771
Fax:	+358 9 8277 4359 (+358) (0)9 8277 3096
Telex:	124437 EFHK
AFS:	EFHKYNYX
Cable/SITA:	AIRPORT Helsinki
E-mail:	ais@fcaa.fi
WWW:	www.ilmailulaitos.fi/ilmailulaitos/

Air Traffic Services (ATS)

1. Responsible Service

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2. ATS Units Contact List

Unit Name	Telephone Number	Telefax Number

Airports of Entry (AOE)

Designated International Airports in Country

Airport	M	R	A	N	E

The categories of airports are:

M-Major

International airports of entry and departure where all formalities incident to Customs, Immigration, Health and similar procedures are carried out, and which are open to scheduled and nonscheduled flights.

R-Restricted

International airports of entry and departure at which the formalities incident to Customs, Immigration, Health and similar procedures are made available on a restricted basis, to flights with prior approval only.

A-Alternate

International airports specified in the flight plan to which a flight may proceed when it becomes inadvisable to land at the airport of intended landing.

N-Nonscheduled

International airports at which approval may be granted, provided the prescribed prior notice is given, for international nonscheduled flights only; no other form of international operation is permitted.

E-External

International airports of entry and departure for international air traffic located in an administered territory, where all formalities incident to Customs, Immigration, Health and similar procedures are available.

Airport Links

Finland Airports

Mikkeli - Mikkeli City Airport

World Aero Data -- Finland Airports

Aeronautical Information Publication

1. Available Online

www.ilmailulaitos.fi/fcaa_ais

Additional Remarks

1. United States International Aviation Restrictions

Check Here

2. Further Entry Requirements

1. Private and nonscheduled commercial aircraft overflying or landing for noncommercial purposes need not obtain prior permission; however, a flight plan must be on file.

2. Nonscheduled commercial aircraft landing for commercial purposes must obtain prior permission from the Civil Aviation Administration, P.O. Box 50, 01531 Vantaa, Finland (TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: CIVILAIR HELSINKI/FAX: 358-9-8277-2091) at least 48 hours prior to departure for flights from the European-Mediterranean area and at least 12 weeks prior to departure for flights from outside of the European-Mediterranean area. All applications must include:

a. Name and address of aircraft operator.

b. Aircraft type, nationality and registration marks.

c. Complete route of flight, including airports and times of departures and arrivals.

d. Airports where passengers or cargo will be loaded or unloaded.

e. Number of passengers and type and amount of cargo.

f. Purpose of flight.

g. Name and address of charterer, if any.

h. Proof of passenger and third party liability insurance.

i. For inclusive tour flights, include details regarding program, terms, pricing and nature of guarantees to protect passengers in the event of delay.

3. Charter flights and a series of nonscheduled flights, of which more than 4 flights occur within 2 consecutive calendar months, are subject to special regulation. Information concerning these regulations and application forms may be obtained from the Civil Aviation Administration.

4. Passport required. Tourist/business visa not required for stay of up to 90 days. (90-day period begins when entering Schengen countries.) (For longer stays (e.g., employment, studies) residence/work permits required. Contact the Embassy of Finland, 3301 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/298-5800), or nearest Consulate General: Los Angeles (310/203-9903) or New York (212/750-4400).
www.finland.org

3. Corporate Aircraft Constraints

None reported.

4. Special Notices

None.

Updated: 20050322

Air Traffic Organization: Operations Planning- International