Universal Aviation Istanbul, Istanbul Atatürk Airport (LTBA)
Universal Aviation Istanbul is a Universal Aviation FBO at Istanbul Atatürk Airport, Istanbul, Türkiye. ICAO LTBA (ISL).
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About Universal Aviation Istanbul, Istanbul Atatürk Airport
Universal Aviation Istanbul is the Universal Aviation FBO at Istanbul Atatürk Airport in Istanbul, Türkiye. It serves business aviation passengers, crew and aircraft arriving at Istanbul Atatürk Airport (LTBA / ISL).
The page describes Atatürk Airport as the city's only airport dedicated to private jets, with no slots and a short trip to downtown. Universal says passengers and crew are usually through the airport in about 20 minutes. The team offers handling, permits, VIP requests, ground transport and catering at major Turkish airports, and uses two ground handlers per operation.
The page lists these services and amenities: a VIP passenger lounge, a crew lounge, customs and immigration support, catering arrangements, ground transport, hangar space, permit coordination and crew hotel arrangements. Staff languages listed: Turkish and English.
Universal Aviation is a ground handling and FBO network with locations in many countries. Handling needs, slots and permits differ by airport and by season, so operators should confirm hours, prior permission and services with the FBO before they travel.
Source: the Universal Aviation location page (October 2026). Is this your FBO? Claim this page to keep the details up to date.
- FBO location
- Universal Aviation FBO network
- FBO open 24 hours
- FBO catering
- FBO crew lounge
- FBO customs
- FBO hangar
Location
Atatürk Airport General Aviation Terminal, Gate E, 34149 Bakırköy, Istanbul, Türkiye
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