Every year, two traditional horse races take place at the historic Piazza del Campo, the main public square in the medieval city of Siena, Tuscany. This year, the first race called Palio di Provenzano will be held on July 2, with the second race, the Palio dell’Assunta, taking place on August 16. Here’s what operators should know about accessing the stunning city of Siena.

Siena-Ampugnano Airport

IATA: SAY
ICAO: LIQS
Coordinates: 43° 15′ 31″ N / 011° 15′ 18″ E
Elevation: 634 ft
Fuel types: Jet A1 and Avgas
Time zone: GMT +2

Operational Information

Although overflight and landing permits are not required for private flights, slot approval must be obtained
For non-scheduled flights, Third Country Operators must hold a TCO authorization (issued by EASA) and slots are required
For parking, the critical MTOW is 45tons (e.g. Gulfstream 5 or GLEX)
Operating hours from sunrise to sunset

Ground Transport

The airport is about a 15-minute drive outside the city
There are no car rental companies inside the airport (prebook online for car delivery)
It’s also necessary to prebook taxis
There is no public bus

Accommodation

Hotel Garden
Hotel Executive
Al Palazzo dei Pioriori Hotel
Four Points by Sheraton Siena

For support with your Flight Operations to Siena Tuscany, contact UAS