Puerto Rico Aviation Permits
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Civil Aviation Authority
- Name: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) / Puerto Rico Ports Authority (PRPA)
- Website: https://www.faa.gov/
- Contact: FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), San Juan; Puerto Rico Ports Authority
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Requirements by Operation Type
Private foreign-registered aircraft may operate under FAA regulations. eAPIS filing required for international arrivals/departures.
Foreign non-scheduled operators need FAA Part 375 exemption authority for commercial flights to/from the US.
US FAA Part 129 foreign air carrier permit required for scheduled foreign operators.
Overflight Permit
- Required: No
- Authority: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
- Lead Time: N/A - no overflight permit required for Chicago Convention signatory states
- Validity: N/A
- Fees: No overflight permit fees
Puerto Rico is a US territory. No overflight permit required for aircraft registered in Chicago Convention signatory states with valid airworthiness certificates. Standard FAA rules apply.
No formal overflight permit application required. File standard ICAO flight plan.
Landing Permit
- Required: Conditional
- Authority: FAA / Puerto Rico Ports Authority (PRPA)
- Lead Time: 48 working hours recommended; APIS/eAPIS required for international arrivals
- Validity: Per FAA and CBP regulations
- Fees: Landing fees charged by airport authority
US FAA rules apply. International flights require CBP (Customs and Border Protection) notification via eAPIS. Domestic US flights do not require a landing permit. Foreign operators need FAA foreign carrier permit or exemption for commercial operations.
For international arrivals: file eAPIS with CBP. For foreign commercial operators: obtain FAA Part 129 certificate or exemption. Contact PRPA for airport-specific requirements.
Cabotage
Strictly restricted under US law. Only US-registered carriers may conduct domestic point-to-point operations within US territory including Puerto Rico.
General Remarks
Puerto Rico is a US unincorporated territory. All US FAA regulations, TSA security requirements, and CBP procedures apply. Working hours of local authority 1200Z-2100Z Monday-Friday.