Summary - Airport Information
Sion Airport is a regional private jet airport located just 1 mile southwest of the Swiss city of Sion and within easy reach of the country’s finest ski resorts. Your driver can get you to the centre of Sion in just 5 minutes, or a helicopter charter service can be used to get to resorts such as Zermatt in 20 minutes or cities such as Geneva in just 30 minutes.
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How to charter a private flight from Sion Airport
Sion Airport is located in the heart of the Swiss Alps Valais region, which is situated in the southwest of Switzerland. The airport is used for both private and commercial aviation. The airport has dedicated hangars and tarmac for private aviation, and a private customs and immigration facility to offer passengers maximum privacy and discrete access to private jets.
Sion Airport is ideal for both business and leisure, with its close proximity to multinational organisations based in Montreux, Vevey and Lausanne, as well as its easy access to world-renowned ski resorts.For private jet charter to or from Sion Airport call Victor on: +44 (0)20 7384 8550.
Facts
Does Sion Airport have private jets?
Yes, Sion Airport supports private jets.Sion Airport Facts
Sion Airport has one runway (07R/25L). The airport handles around 30,000 passengers every year.IATA: SIR
ICAO: LSGS
Country: Switzerland
Latitude: 46-13-10.53N
Longitude: 007-19-36.35E
Timezone: Europe/Zurich
Runway Length: 2000 metres
Tarmac Access: No
Slot Restriction: No
For private jet hire to or from Sion Airport call Victor on: +44 (0)20 7384 8550.
History
Sion Airport was opened in 1935 and has served as a military base for the Swiss Air force, who can also use the adjacent motorway as a runway when needed. In 1991, the airport underwent an expansion to cater for the growing number of civilian flights coming to and from the airport.
Plans are in place to make Sion Airport a solely civilian airport, with the military looking to move out by 2020.
Sion Airport hosts the largest air show in Switzerland, called the "Breitling Sion Airshow", which features the skills of the Swiss, Italian and French Air Forces.
To book a private jet to or from Sion Airport call Victor on: +44 (0)20 7384 8550.
Facilities
What facilities are available at Sion Airport?
For aircraft, a full service wrap is available including refueling and deicing available between November 1st and April 30th. A handling agent is mandatory and these are available at the airport. Aircraft hanger space is available and repairs can be made to aircraft up to a weight of 5700 KG. Airport opening hours are 0500 to 1800 April-September and 0700-1900 October-March. Special permission must be granted to fly outside of these times.
For passengers and crew ,a small terminal building is available with an on-site restaurant. There are also 3 VIP lounges with business and entertainment facilities, as well as satellite TV and complimentary WiFi..Private customs and immigration are available for private jet clients.
For late arrivals, or those looking to stay over, more than 15 hotels are conveniently located near to Sion Airport. In addition to the airports close proximity to Sion, it is also within a short distance of the French and Italian borders.For private jet charter to or from Sion Airport call Victor on: +44 (0)20 7384 8550.
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For private jet charter to or from Sion Airport call Victor on: +44 (0)20 7384 8550
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