Private Jet Catering at Melbourne Avalon International Airport (YMAV / AVV), Geelong/Melbourne

During the Australian Open, Melbourne Avalon sees increased business aviation movements as an alternative to Melbourne's main airport. Expect tighter apron availability, extended handling coordination times, and possible PPR requirements; early slot requests are recommended.

Chilled prawns and stone fruit hold temperature through January heat, but volume defines this fortnight: fifteen to twenty business aviation catering orders departing the same morning window, each serving eight to twelve. We batch-produce galley loads two days ahead and hold final assembly until your slot confirms, so charter flight catering doesn't wait on a single kitchen bottleneck.

During the Australian Grand Prix week, expect reduced apron availability and mandatory PPR at Avalon as overflow traffic from Melbourne increases significantly. Confirm handling slots and parking well in advance to avoid last-minute diversions.

Four-day race schedules generate repeat orders across the weekend, often with early morning departures before track sessions. Business aviation catering and charter flight catering in sealed boxes or plated formats hold better than buffet setups when clients move between circuit, hotel, and aircraft with unpredictable timing.

During Melbourne Cup week, you should expect increased business aviation activity at Avalon, with tighter apron availability and extended ground handling coordination times as the FBO prioritises slot management for race-related movements.

Race week compresses order windows — most private jet catering requests arrive within 72 hours of departure. We hold capacity for business aviation catering through the Tuesday, but premium menu options close 48 hours prior. Crew meals and simpler builds stay available later; bespoke VIP flight catering requires earlier confirmation.