Focusing on Landing Permit Excellence at Norman Manley International Airport (IATA: KIN, ICAO: MKJP) with Just Aviation

Landing permits for Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) require operators to submit a range of essential documents, including the Certificate of Airworthiness, Certificate of Insurance, Certificate of Registration, and Aircraft and Route Authorization sections from the Operations Specification. Additional requirements include a Radio Station License, Noise Certificate, and an Approved Aviation Security Program or confirmation of using the aircraft handler’s security program. For first-time applicants, additional documents such as Proof of Designation, Proof of Citizenship (for new Jamaica AOC applicants), Memorandum and Articles of Association, Proof of Share Capital Ownership, Proof of Funds, and a Business Plan are necessary.

Permit processing times depend on the type of operation. Ad hoc 1-day operations are processed within 3 hours on weekdays and 6 hours on weekends or public holidays if applications are submitted between 8:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.; submissions after this cutoff are processed by 11:30 a.m. the next day. For operations under 30 days, applications must be submitted at least 7 days in advance, while those exceeding 30 days require a submission lead time of at least 8 weeks, as permits take up to 8 weeks for approval. Operators are advised to plan well in advance and coordinate closely with the Jamaican aviation authorities to ensure all requirements are met.