Pilot Comments by Alex

Bonanza A36 IFR. Rwy 06/24 was closed per NOTAM so the other runway got quite busy. The arrival and approach was straightforward with vectoring and good ATC communication. You get multiple radar frequency changes before handoff to tower. They asked to keep best speed until 6nm final (150kts in my case). Guide in with follow me car after leaving runway.

Parking is on the south apron near terminal 3 where the GAT is located. Handler drives you there (in our case CZ Airlines). Very friendly and uncomplicated.

The airport requires a slot for arrival and also departure which the handler organizes for you. Short term schedule changes (up to half an hour before in our case) was no problem.

You will have to ask startup and clearance at the earliest EOBT -15 min, at the latest +5 min.
Be ready to do a running takeoff immediately or very shortly when reaching the holding point. I did my engine runup on the parking stand since it was out in the middle of nowhere (stand S16) and I was alone there.
Departure is straightforward with vectors for separation and shortcuts.
Again very professional and friendly ATC all around.

Costs for 3 overnights incl. handling, 1 adult PAX, 1 infant:
289€.

GAT is very clean modern with a lounge with free beverages. Security check was quick. The handler himself has to be called, upon arrival or beforehand, at the GAT for your departure. He will let you through the lounge and security check. He drove me alone to the plane for the preflight and brought my family upon my request 20 min later to the plane for boarding. Nice for them to rest in the lounge and not in the sun (or rain) on the apron.

I recommend arriving 1h to 1,5h before EOBT at the GAT depending on how much preflight you need to do.