Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2 Democratic Republic of Congo Aviation
Overview
The Autorité de l’Aviation Civile de la République Démocratique du Congo (AAC /RDC) is the national regulatory authority in charge of the regulations, supervision and control of civil aviation activities in accordance with the principles of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Furthermore, the Régie des Voies Aériennes (RVA) is a state-owned technical and commercial corporation established by Ordinance-Law No. 72-013 of 21 February 1972 that manages 53 airports as of August 2022. It is responsible for designing, building, developing, maintaining and operating the airports, managing DRC’s airspace and ensuring air navigation safety. It is also responsible for the commercial exploitation of airport equipment and facilities and training its staff.
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Four International airports: Kinshasa N’djili, Goma, Lubumbashi Luano and Kisangani
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Sixteen National airports: Mbuji-Mayi, Bukavu, Kananga, Kinshasa N’dolo, Mbandaka, Bandundu, Bunia, Gemena, Isiro, Kalemie, Kindu, Kolwezi, Lodja, Mwanda, Gbadolite, Tshikapa
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Thirty-three aerodromes
The air transport sector is not reliable with a dilapidated airport infrastructure system, which requires public and private investment for rehabilitation. Thus, the government is committed to modernizing this sector with the objective of meeting ICAO aviation safety standards through past and ongoing improvements plans such as the following.
Two aviation safety projects funded by the Groupe de la Banque Africaine de Development (BAD) with the past 2010 - 2015 Projet Prioritaire de Sécurité Aérienne Phase 1 (PPSA I) and the ongoing 2018-2022 Projet Prioritaire de Sécurité Aérienne Phase 2 (PPSA II). Those two projects included construction and renovation works of airport control towers, construction of fire stations and safety fences, acquisition of firefighting and rescue vehicles and airport security equipment (Kinshasa N’djili, Kisangani, Lubumbashi Luano, Kindu & Mbuji-Mayi)
The Projet d'Amélioration de la Sécurité à l'Aéroport de Goma (PASAG) managed by the Cellule d’Exécution du Projet du Transport Multimodal (CEPTM) with fundings from the DRC government and the World Bank. Amongst others, it resulted in the building of a new tower control in Goma inaugurated in November 2021, the rehabilitation of the runway (up to a length of 3000 m), and improvement of the airstrip lights.
Goma Airport: a new tower control in November 2021 that complies with international aeronautic standards
For the government, improving the air transport sector will open the country both externally and internally to boost the local economy and to increase the regional trade. Through public and institutional investments, DRC also wants to normalize the air traffic by ensuring the safety of air navigation and aeronautical security and help get the country's airlines off the European Union (EU) blacklist. In this regard, DRC and Ethiopian Air Lines are negotiating a partnership to create a new air company called Air Congo (7 aircrafts, maintenance program and capacity building).The current national airline company Congo Airways is currently operating only an aircraft type A320-200 to cover its domestic network, as three other aircrafts are still under maintenance.
There are numerous private airlines operating in DRC but many of them are banned for transporting staff by UN agencies and most INGOs. The main reason is the still alarming accident record due to disrespect of international aviation standards in-country. Thus, United Nation Humanitarian Air Service (UNHAS) is operating in the whole country with nine aircraft and took over the management of Echo Flight in 2020 (one aircraft and one helicopter).
For more information, contact details and routes, please visit here the DRC Cluster Logistics website.
For more information on government agency and airport company contact information, please see the following links: 4.1 Government Contact List and 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List .
Aviation taxes for passengers
In 2009, the RVA introduced a tax to fund the rehabilitation of airport infrastructures through the Redevance de Développement des Infrastructures Aéroportuaires (IDEF) also called GO PASS.
Current rates are:
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10 USD per passenger when embarking for a national flight
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50 USD per passenger when embarking for an international flight
Additional taxes when applicable:
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Tax from the provincial transport authorities (starting from 5 USD)
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Statistics tax (in some airports): 5 USD
Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft
The request must comply with AAA/RDC ‘s procedures in force as described below to grant an official registration and authorization to operate in DRC. The process is led by the Direction du Transport Aérien (DTA) and may also involve additional national authorities such as DGM (Direction Générale de Migration), SCS (Service du Conseiller Spécial), and Ministère de la Défense Nationale or ARN (Agence Nationale de Renseignement ).
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Reference |
Description |
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POAAC-LEG-09-02 |
Procédure relative à l'octroi de l'autorisation de survol à un aéronef |
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POAAC-LEG-09-03 |
Procédure relative à l'octroi de l'autorisation de survol et atterrissage à un aéronef |
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POAAC-LEG-09-04 |
Procédure octroi de l'autorisation de circulation au-dessus du territoire congolais |
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.1 Democratic Republic of Congo Kinshasa N'Djili SeniorInternational Airport
The Kinshasa/N’Djili Airport is the largest of the six international airports in DRC. It remains the country's most active airport freight terminal. Despite its importance, the existing facility is not in line with international standards and regulations and its location does not provide room to grow nor to facilitate the proper handling of materials.
However, some improvements happened in the last 2 years including a new international passenger terminal and a new control tower. Additional refueling points and taxi extension are also on their way.
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Location Details |
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Country |
The Democratic Republic of Congo |
Latitude |
-4.385736 |
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Province / District |
Kinshasa |
Longitude |
15.44449 |
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Town or City (Closest) |
Kinshasa |
Elevation (ft and m) |
1,027 ft / 313.03 m |
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Airfield Name |
N’DJILI |
IATA and ICAO Codes |
FIH/ FZAA |
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Open From (hours) |
24 hrs |
Open To (hours) |
24 hrs |
Runways
Existing infrastructure dating back to the independence period have suffered from the cumulative effect of lack of maintenance and successive wars. The Kinshasa N’Djili runway has suffered some damages (cracks, rot, potholes, sinking etc.). A rehabilitation project is currently taking place.
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Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
3,300 m x 60 m (previously 4,700 m to be used as US space shuttle emergency landing strip) |
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Orientation |
243°/063° |
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Surface |
Asphalt, asphaltic concrete, tar macadam, or bitumen bound macadam. |
Helicopter Pad(s)
There is no landing pad or area or platform for helicopter per se. However, there are some parts of the tarmac area at the Ndjili airport that have been arranged to allow for all types of aircraft to safely land and park.
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Helipad #1 |
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Present (Yes / No) |
Yes |
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Largest helicopter that can land |
Mi 26 |
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Width and Length (metres) |
n/a |
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Surface |
n/a |
Airport Infrastructure Details
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Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
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Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
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Terminal Building |
Yes |
Point Refueling (now 14, soon +7) |
Yes |
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Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
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Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
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Pax transport to airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
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Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
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Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) LEVEL 9 |
Yes |
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Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
No |
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Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
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Airport Radar |
No |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
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NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
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ILS |
Yes |
ADS-B |
Yes |
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Hangar for aircraft maintenance Control tower (soon to be replaced)
Total aircraft movements
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Movements |
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Year |
Domestic |
International |
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Arrival |
Departure |
Total |
Arrival |
Departure |
Total |
Grand Total |
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2012 |
5,690 |
5,810 |
11,500 |
3,581 |
3,473 |
7,054 |
18,554 |
| 2013 | 5,849 | 5,864 | 11,713 | 4,010 | 3,979 | 7,989 | 19,702 |
| 2014 | 5,496 | 5,591 | 11,087 | 4,159 | 4,056 | 8,215 | 19,302 |
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Source: RVA/Service statistiques/Division d'exploitation |
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Total passengers
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Passengers |
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Year |
Domestic |
International |
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Arrival |
Departure |
Total |
Arrival |
Departure |
Total |
Grand Total |
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2012 |
14,1223 |
171,453 |
312,676 |
206,036 |
208,430 |
414,466 |
727,142 |
| 2013 | 131,606 | 142,666 | 274,272 | 240,796 | 238,860 | 479,656 | 753,928 |
| 2014 | 139,618 | 144,068 | 283,686 | 245,589 | 244,063 | 489,652 | 773,338 |
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Source: RVA/Service statistiques/Division d'exploitation |
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BOEING 787 New Passenger Terminal
Total Cargo
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AIR FREIGHT |
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Year |
Domestic |
International |
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Arrival |
Departure |
Total |
Arrival |
Departure |
Total |
Grand Total |
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2012 |
13,896 |
35,160 |
49,056 |
15,271 |
5,220 |
20,348 |
69,404 |
| 2013 | 16,514 | 35,541 | 52,055 | 19,037 | 5,310 | 24,347 | 76,403 |
| 2014 | 14,004 | 33,143 | 47,147 | 21,053 | 4,747 | 25,801 | 72,949 |
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Source: RVA/Service statistiques/Division d'exploitation |
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Cargo planes commonly used in DRC
ANTONOV 26 BOEING 727
Airport Operating Details
| Operating Details | |||
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| Maximum sized aircraft which can be offloaded on bulk cargo: |
All type of common cargo-carrying aircraft types including:
NB: AN 225 landing not confirmed but C5 Galaxy did land. |
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| Maximum sized aircraft that can be offloaded on pallet | see above | ||
| Total aircraft parking area (m²) |
There are 3 Parking areas: The Congolese Air Force parking The "Hangar Technique" parking, which is currently undergoing extension, has a surface of 31,500 square meters. It can accommodate up to 10 aircraft. The Tarmac or Central Parking allocated to both National and International airlines including cargo totals 60,000 square meters. The Central parking has 14 parking among which the Parking #9, 10 and 11 are dedicated to Cargo freighters. (Source: RVA N'Djili, Division circulation Aérienne) |
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| Storage Area (mt) | Very limited * | Cubic Meters (m³) | n/a |
| Cargo Handling Equipment Available (Yes / No) | Yes | If "Yes" specify below | |
| Elevators / Hi Loaders (Yes / No) | Yes | Max Capacity (mt) | n/a |
| Can elevators / Hi Loaders reach the upper level of a B747 (Yes / No) | Yes | ||
| Loading Ramps (Yes / No) | Yes | ||
Handling companies present on the ground (4):
CONGO HANDLING SERVICE / CHS
Congo Handling Service's cargo handling equipment list
AFRICAN TRANSPORT SYSTEMS / ATS
Information on ATS can be found on its website.
CARGOMAN
Cargoman's cargo handling equipment list
GAS / Global Aviation Service
Information on ATS can be found on its website.
Storage Facilities
There is a public bonded warehouse which is under the management of DGDA (Direction Générale des Douanes et Accises). Only 2 private bonded warehouses are available (Bolloré Africa Logistics – BAL and DHL express): Bolloré’s is 600 sqm and DHL’s is smaller. For large amounts of cargo, BAL usually transfers the goods to their warehouse in town (named Air France Cargo location), with a special customs procedure (enlèvement d’urgence permanent).
NB: BAL has a cold room (2 x 40’ reefers) in the airport which can activated upon request. DGDA has one too (190 cbm), but it’s believed unreliable (tbc). DHL’s is apparently in renovation.
Boloré’s warehouse DHL warehouse
Airfield Cost
See 2.2 Democratic Republic of Congo Aviation
Navigation Charges
See 2.2 Democratic Republic of Congo Aviation
Cargo Terminal Charges
See 2.2 Democratic Republic of Congo Aviation
Security
The main weaknesses of the air transport system in DRC include the advanced state of dilapidation of airport infrastructure, obsolete air navigation equipment and lack of resources to enable the administration to effectively perform its air safety and security supervision functions. In addition, the country is in a strategic position in the air transport industry at the regional and international levels because most flights between Southern Africa and Europe as well as between Southern Africa, West, and East Africa use its vast airspace without adequate visualization or surveillance systems.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.2 Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Goma International Airport
Airport Overview
Goma International Airport plays a key role as the main air hub for East Congo. In the last few years, the airport’s safety has been upgraded with an extension of the runway and the building of a new tower control (PASAG projects). However, the airport remains vulnerable with the active volcano Nyiragongo located about 20 km from Goma (last eruption in May 2021).
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Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Republic Democratic of Congo |
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Province or District |
North Kivu |
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Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
Goma |
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Airport’s Complete Name |
Goma International Airport |
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Latitude |
-1.670856 |
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Longitude |
29.238403 |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
5,045 ft – 1538 m |
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IATA Code |
GOM |
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ICAO Code |
FZNA |
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Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Régie des Voies Aériennes |
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Management Contact Person |
+ 243 815 136 006 |
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Open from to (hours) |
24 Hours |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Daily commercial and cargo flights connect Goma to Kinshasa, other main cities of DRC (Bunia, Beni, Kalémie, Kissangani) and one African capital (Addis Ababa), from where a connection to Europe Middle East is available. Flight cancellations without prior notice often occur and passengers can wait several days before their flight is rescheduled. In addition, fuel storage has been impacted by recent the current crisis in Europe.
Below airline companies currently operating at Goma Airport:
CAA, Congo Airways, Ethiopan Airlines, Gomair, Malu Aviation, Servair Cargo, Trans Air Cargo Service.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List.
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
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Total Aircraft Movements |
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Performance |
Arrival |
Departure |
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GOMA |
Domestic |
International |
Domestic |
International |
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2021 |
9,053 |
798 |
9,033 |
808 |
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2020 |
7,100 |
666 |
7,115 |
643 |
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2019 |
8,731 |
822 |
8,666 |
882 |
Source : Statistique RVA
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Total Passangers |
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Performance |
Arrival |
Departure |
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GOMA |
Domestic |
International |
Domestic |
International |
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2021 |
104,541 |
35,817 |
103,125 |
34,420 |
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2020 |
68,679 |
21,850 |
66,678 |
22,571 |
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2019 |
121,494 |
21,988 |
114,851 |
22,406 |
Source : Statistique RVA
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Total Cargo (in mt) |
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Performance |
Arrival |
Departure |
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GOMA |
Domestic |
International |
Domestic |
International |
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2021 |
5 234,762 |
859,214 |
20 012,593 |
270,031 |
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2020 |
3 988,066 |
671,809 |
16 450,138 |
216,045 |
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2019 |
5 132,840 |
437,300 |
14 836,890 |
310,303 |
Source : Statistique RVA
Runways
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Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
2995 x 45 |
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Orientation |
17/35 |
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Surface |
Macadam/Tarmac |
Airport Infrastructure Details
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Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
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Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
n/a |
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Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
n/a |
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Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
n/a |
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Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
n/a |
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Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
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Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
n/a |
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Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
7 |
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Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
n/a |
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Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
n/a |
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Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
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NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
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ILS |
n/a |
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Airport Operating Details
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Operating Details |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
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United Nation Humanitarian Air Service (UNHAS)
Since 2008, UNHAS has provided air access throughout the country and has added new remote destinations for helicopter services that support the humanitarian response in Ituri, North and South Kivu, which are unreachable with fixed-wing aircraft. UNHAS DRC offers fifty destinations with a fleet of nine aircraft strategically based in Kinshasa, Goma, Bunia, and Kalemie, to respond effectively to regular demand and emergencies/evacuations.
Contact details, routes and flight schedules are available in DRC Logistics Cluster website here .
Customs Guidance
For information on customs in Democratic Republic of Congo, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Airfield Costs
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
The cost of importing jet fuel has increased recently and the country faced shortage in September 2022. The Ministry of Hydrocarbons has implemented a contingency plan that includes rationing fuel until the arrival of new stocks. Due to this context, prices are fluctuating and the current fuel price list is available on the website of the Ministry of Economy here.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.3 Democratic Republic of Congo Lubumbashi First ClassInternational Airport (Category 1)
Lubumbashi airport is in fact the second most important Congolese airport in terms of aviation activity, especially with international traffic. This is because of the intense economic activity in the region, mainly in and around mining. This has allowed the creation of several private domestic airlines, mainly for VIP (helicopter or jet) and freight (cargo planes) transport.
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Airport Details |
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Country |
DRC |
Latitude |
-11.59111 |
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Province / District |
HAUT KATANGA |
Longitude |
27.525 |
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Airport Name |
Lubumbashi airport |
Elevation (ft and m) |
4,295 ft / 1309.12 m |
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IATA & ICAO codes |
FBM / FZQA |
Surface |
Asphalt |
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Town or City (closest) |
Lubumbashi |
Runway Condition |
GOOD |
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Humanitarian air agencies using regularly this facility |
UNHAS ECHOFLIGHT MAF |
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening (Yes / No) |
YES |
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Runway Dimension |
3,150 m x 50 m |
Ground Handling (Yes / No) |
YES |
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Refueling Capacity |
YES |
Runway Lighting (Yes / No) |
YES |
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Runway Heading |
YES |
Fire Fighting Equipment (Yes / No) |
YES |
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Air Traffic Control (Yes / No) |
YES |
Windsock (Yes / No) |
YES |
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Weather Information (Yes / No) |
YES |
Aircraft Parking space (Yes / No) |
YES |
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Navigation Aids (Yes / No) |
YES |
Perimeter fencing (Yes / No) |
YES |
Passenger’s terminal (tarmac side) Passenger’s terminal (public access)
International Airlines with regular flights to Lubumbashi:
- Ethiopian Airlines
- Kenya Airways
- South African Airways
NB: Please note that Korongo Airlines (Brussels Airlines joint partner) shut down their activity in September 2015. This was the only Congolese airline authorized to UN staff and most NGOs between Lubumbashi and Kinshasa.
Main taxi area for passenger planes Medium size cargo plane for rent (ITAB)
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Gbadolite First ClassNational Airport (Category 2)
Gbadolite airport used to be the best equipped airport at the time of its splendor. Since 1997, it has unfortunately been looted several times and stripped of of all its aviation equipment. It remains, however, one of the longest airstrips in the DRC, and is located in a humanitarian hotspot due to the Central African refugee crisis.
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Airport Details |
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Country |
DRC |
Latitude |
4.25 |
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Province / District |
NORTH UBANGI |
Longitude |
20.96667 |
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Airport Name |
Gbadolite airport |
Elevation (ft) |
1,509 ft / 459.94 m |
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IATA & ICAO codes |
BDT / FZFD |
Surface |
Asphalt |
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Town or City (closest) |
Gbadolite |
Runway Condition |
GOOD |
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Humanitarian air agencies using regularly this facility |
UNHAS ECHOFLIGHT |
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening (Yes / No) |
NO |
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Runway Dimension |
3,200 m x 60 m |
Ground Handling (Yes / No) |
NO |
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Refueling Capacity |
NO |
Runway Lighting (Yes / No) |
NO |
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Runway Heading |
NO |
Fire Fighting Equipment (Yes / No) |
NO |
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Air Traffic Control (Yes / No) |
NO |
Windsock (Yes / No) |
YES |
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Weather Information (Yes / No) |
NO |
Aircraft Parking space (Yes / No) |
YES |
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Navigation Aids (Yes / No) |
NO |
Perimeter fencing (Yes / No) |
NO |
Abandoned & non serviceable ground equipment and Main taxi for (manual) offloading.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.5 Democratic Republic of Congo Kisangani / Bangoka FirstClass National Airport (Category 2)
Built in 1978, to replace the other airport in town (now only for military use), Bangoka airport is located in the medium north of DRC. The nearby town of Kisangani is connected by roads and rivers to the West and the East of the country. This airport used to be a key hub in the economy and in humanitarian responses since the 1990s. The main building is a large passenger terminal (currently in renovation) able to host a large number of passengers. The cargo possibilities is unfortunately very restrained due to lack of ground equipment and warehousing. Custom and immigration services are nevertheless present and operational.
The airport seems to be now in decline with only bi-weekly flights from MONUSCO, from private airline CAA and occasionally the private cargo airline SERVICE AIR. However, Bangoka has been included in an ABD (African Bank Development) project for the renovation of DRC’s airports and some parts of the airport are now being rehabilitated (Congo aviation authority office, control tower, generator’s room). MONUSCO has donated firefighting equipment. It is unclear when the renovation work will be completed.
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Airport Details |
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Country |
DRC |
Latitude |
0.483333 |
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Province / District |
TSHOPO |
Longitude |
25.33333 |
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Airport Name |
Bangoka airport |
Elevation (ft) |
1,417 ft / 431.90 m |
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IATA & ICAO codes |
FKI / FZIC |
Surface |
Asphalt |
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Town or City (closest) |
Kisangani |
Runway Condition |
GOOD |
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Humanitarian air agencies using regularly this facility |
N/A |
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening (Yes / No) |
NO |
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Runway Dimension |
3,500 m x 45 m |
Ground Handling (Yes / No) |
Limited |
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Refueling Capacity |
YES |
Runway Lighting (Yes / No) |
YES* |
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Runway Heading |
NO |
Fire Fighting Equipment (Yes / No) |
YES |
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Air Traffic Control (Yes / No) |
YES |
Windsock (Yes / No) |
YES |
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Weather Information (Yes / No) |
YES |
Aircraft Parking space (Yes / No) |
YES |
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Navigation Aids (Yes / No) |
NO |
Perimeter fencing (Yes / No) |
NO |
* On request in advance (powered by generator)
The existing control tower. One of the firefighting vehicles currently on duty.
The main parking area. The passenger terminal building.
NB:
- The biggest aircraft that has landed here is an ANTONOV 124.
- There are fees for vehicle access on tarmac: $20 USD/day, $300 USD/year.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.6 Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Kavumu National Airport ( Bukavu)
Airport Overview
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Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Democratic Republic of the Congo |
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Province or District |
Sud Kivu |
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Nearest Town or City |
Bukavu Distance: 35 km (1 hour drive by car) |
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Airport’s Complete Name |
Kavumu |
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Latitude |
-2.309215 |
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Longitude |
28.808185 |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
5,655 ft – 1725 m |
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IATA Code |
BKY |
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ICAO Code |
FZMA |
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Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Régie des Voies Aériennes |
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Management Contact Person |
Commandant de l’Aéroport : Patrick MUKULUMANYA + 243 814 284 292
Chef de circulation aérienne : Douglas NGANGA + 243 999 329 760 |
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NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
UNHAS (Contact details, routes and flight schedules are available on the DRC Logistics Cluster website here) |
A dozen airline companies for cargo activities (e.g. Swala Aviation, Busy Bee Congo, Servair Cargo, Gomair) are operating at Kavumu Airport. MONUSCO has improved the airport facilities during the last years.
Airport Picture
Runway(s)
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Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
2000 x 45 m |
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Runway Orientation |
17/35 |
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Runway Surface |
Macadam |
Airport Infrastructure Details
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Infrastructure |
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Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
No |
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Refueling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
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Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
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Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
Yes |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
The cost of importing jet fuel has recently increased and the country faced shortages last September 2022. The Ministry of Hydrocarbons has implemented a contingency plan that includes rationing fuel until the arrival of new stocks. Due to this context, prices are fluctuating and the current fuel price list is available on the website of the Ministry of Economy here.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.7 Democratic Republic of Congo Kinshasa N'Dolo SecondClass National Airport (Category 1)
The Kinshasa Ndolo airport hosts the General Staff of the DRC Air Force and their air base. It features some standard airworthy equipment.
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Airport Details |
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|---|---|---|---|
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Country |
DRC |
Latitude |
-4.326689 |
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Province / District |
Kinshasa |
Longitude |
15.32734 |
|
Airport Name |
N’dolo |
Elevation (ft) |
914.99 ft / 278.89 m |
|
IATA & ICAO codes |
NLO / FZAB |
Surface |
Asphalt |
|
Town or City (closest) |
Kinshasa |
Runway Condition |
Runway, off-ramp and tarmac in bad condition |
|
Humanitarian air agencies using regularly this facility |
ECHOFLIGHT ICRC / MSF |
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Runway Dimension |
1,300 m x 30 m |
Ground Handling (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
Yes |
Runway Lighting (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Runway Heading |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Air Traffic Control (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Windsock (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Weather Information (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking space (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Perimeter fencing (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.8 Democratic Republic of Congo Bunia National Airport(Category 2)
Most of the National airports and airfields do not possess the adequate infrastructure nor offer the services demanded by the airline industry.
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Airport Details |
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|---|---|---|---|
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Country |
DRC |
Latitude |
1.565719 |
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Province / District |
PROVINCE ORIENTALE |
Longitude |
30.22083 |
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Airport Name |
BUNIA Airport |
Elevation (ft) |
4,045 ft / 1,232.92 m |
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IATA & ICAO codes |
BUX / FZKA |
Surface |
Asphalt |
|
Town or City (closest) |
BUNIA |
Runway Condition |
Good |
|
Humanitarian air agencies using regularly this facility |
UNHAS ECHOFLIGHT MAF |
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening (Yes / No) |
No |
|
Runway Dimension |
1,850 m x 30 m |
Ground Handling (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
Yes |
Runway Lighting (Yes / No) |
No |
|
Runway Heading |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Air Traffic Control (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Windsock (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Weather Information (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking space (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Perimeter fencing (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Overview and control tower.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.9 Democratic Republic Congo Kalemie Second ClassNational Airport (Category 2)
Airport Overview
Kalemie airport is fully operational, operating solely during the day time. The airport has functional taxiways and parking areas.
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Airport Details |
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|---|---|---|---|
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Country |
DRC |
Latitude |
-5.875525 |
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Province / District |
KATANGA |
Longitude |
29.24937 |
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Airport Name |
KALEMIE Airport |
Elevation (ft) |
2,569 ft / 783.03 m |
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IATA & ICAO codes |
FMI/ FZRF |
Surface |
Asphalt |
|
Town or City (closest) |
n/a |
Runway Condition |
Good |
|
Humanitarian air agencies using regularly this facility |
UNHAS ECHOFLIGHT |
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening (Yes / No) |
No |
|
Runway Dimension |
1,750 m x 30 m |
Ground Handling (Yes / No) |
No |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Runway Lighting (Yes / No) |
No |
|
Runway Heading |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment (Yes / No) |
No |
|
Air Traffic Control (Yes / No) |
No |
Windsock (Yes / No) |
No |
|
Weather Information (Yes / No) |
No |
Aircraft Parking space (Yes / No) |
No |
|
Navigation Aids (Yes / No) |
No |
Perimeter fencing (Yes / No) |
No |
Services
The airport houses immigration and refuelling facilities. There are no cargo handling facilities.
Access to the airport is good.
The parking areas are in good condition, have a surface area of 7200 m², and can hold 2 hawkers, and 9 small airplanes.
Existing communications means include a radio room and access via mobile phone.
Helicopter Pad(s)
Kalemie airport has a helicopter pad.
Security
The airport, though not fenced, is patrolled by guards and has appropriate alert procedures and communications in place. It is well-lit, and has fire services on hand.
Contact(s)
Airport Focal Point:
AMULI KADALI OLIVIER +243 812357859
Immigration:
NYEMBO ABUNAMBOKA +243 814076021
Security:
AMULI KADALI OLIVIER +243 812357859
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.10 Democratic Republic of Congo Kindu Second ClassNational Airport (Category 2)
Kindu is among the national airports and airfields that do not possess the adequate infrastructures nor offer the services demanded by the airline industry.
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Airport Details |
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|---|---|---|---|
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Country |
DRC |
Latitude |
-2.919178 |
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Province / District |
MANIEMA |
Longitude |
25.91536 |
|
Airport Name |
Kindu Airport |
Elevation (ft) |
1,630 ft . 496.82 m |
|
IATA & ICAO codes |
KND/ FZOA |
Surface |
Asphalt |
|
Town or City (closest) |
Kindu |
Runway Condition |
Fair |
|
Humanitarian air agencies using regularly this facility |
UNHAS |
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening (Yes / No) |
No |
|
Runway Dimension |
2,200 m x 45 m |
Ground Handling (Yes / No) |
No |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Runway Lighting (Yes / No) |
No |
|
Runway Heading |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment (Yes / No) |
No |
|
Air Traffic Control (Yes / No) |
No |
Windsock (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Weather Information (Yes / No) |
No |
Aircraft Parking space (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Perimeter fencing (Yes / No) |
Yes |
No ground equipment for handling (here a medical organization offloading by hand a B727). Fire truck inherited from MONUSCO.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.11 Democratic Republic of Congo Butembo Second ClassNational Airport (Category 2)
Airport Overview
Butembo is a large city with an estimated population of 1 million people. The Butembo airstrip runs quite literally through the middle of the city, which unfortunately has reasonably high rates of urban crime. Due to a lack of security at the airport, there are often numbers of people who cross the runway, even when soldiers are deployed to prevent people from doing so. As a result, the runways of the airport are considered dangerous.
| Airport Location and Contact | |
|---|---|
| Country |
Democratic Republic of |
|
Province or District |
North Kivu |
|
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
The airport literally runs |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Butembo airport |
|
Latitude |
0°7’2.07”N |
|
Longitude |
29°18’46.17”E |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
1500 m |
|
IATA Code |
NO |
|
ICAO Code |
NO |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
RVA |
|
Management Contact Person |
Moise Mbusa |
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
Yes/MONUSCO |
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
700 L (m) X 10 W (m) |
|
Runway Orientation |
110°290° |
|
Runway Surface |
Gravel |
|
Runway Condition |
Laterite/bad condition |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes 118.100 |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
|
| Windsock | Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
There is no fuel service recharge in Butembo.
|
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|
|---|---|
|
Jet A-1 |
N/A |
| Avgas | N/A |
Royalties / Non-Objection Fees (NOFs)
Passengers will have to pay 34 USD for GO pass.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.12 Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Kananga National Airport
Airport Overview
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
|
Province or District |
Kasai Central |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Kananga Distance: 7 km (15 minutes drive by car) |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Kananga Airport |
|
Latitude |
-5.900083 |
|
Longitude |
22.4692 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
2,143 ft – 650,70 m |
|
IATA Code |
KGA |
|
ICAO Code |
FZUA |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Régie des Voies Aériennes |
|
Management Contact Person |
Commandant de l’Aéroport Patrick BONDO + 243 81 26 425
Coordinateur des Services Gaston MUTOMBA + 243 895 174 628 / +243 991 088 880 |
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
UNHAS (Contact details, routes and flight schedules are available on the DRC Logistics Cluster website here) |
Kananga National Airport currently has an average of sixteen movements per week for both passenger and cargo transportation.
Below are the airline companies operating in Kananga airport: Congo Airways, CAA, Servair Cargo, Goma Air, Air Kasai, Trans Air Cargo Service.
Airport Picture
Runway(s)
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Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
2200 x 45 m |
|
Runway Orientation |
11/29 |
|
Runway Surface |
Macadam |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
Yes |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Storage Facilities 
The RVA offers storage solutions such as warehouses and hangars (former MONUSCO compound) and there is also available land to erect a mobile storage unit. Rates are based on the square meter occupied (m²/USD). Written requests are to be addressed to RVA Management for contracting and terms details.
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Storage Type |
Owner |
Area |
|---|---|---|
|
General Cargo |
RVA |
642 m² |
|
500 m² |
||
|
1,132 m² |
Handling equipment
|
Equipment |
Comments |
|---|---|
|
Forklift |
1 x unit, lifting 15 tons Rental cost is 350 USD per day
|
|
Elevator |
1 x unit, lifting 40 tons Rental cost is 480 USD per day |
Fuel Services Charges
The cost of importing jet fuel has recenly increased and the country faced shortages last September 2022. The Ministry of Hydrocarbons has implemented a contingency plan that includes rationing fuel until the arrival of new stocks. Due to this context, prices are fluctuating and the current fuel price list is available on the website of the Ministry of Economy here.
Jet fuel shortage at SEP airport may occur due to delay to receive replenishment from Ilebo SNCC Port connected with the train (derailment, breakdown locomotive, landslide…).
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.2.13 Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Mbuji Mayi National Airport
Airport Overview
Mbuji Mayi Airport is the fifth airport of DRC in terms of passengers and cargo traffic, and is the main transportation means to supply the city and the province. The African Development Bank Group under the Projet Prioritaire de Sécurité Aérienne - Phase 2 (PPSA II) is funding the airstrip extension up to 3000 x 60 m, a new tower control and a fire station. This project will be completed by the end of December 2024 and will allow the airport to welcome an additional range of aircraft.
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
|
Province or District |
Kasai Oriental |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Bipemba Distance: n/a |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Mbuji Mayi Airport |
|
Latitude |
-6.121111 |
|
Longitude |
23.568889 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
2200 ft – 677 m |
|
IATA Code |
MJM |
|
ICAO Code |
FZWA |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Régie des Voies Aériennes |
|
Management Contact Person |
Commandant de l’Aéroport Romain TSHINYAMA KABONGO MUKISHI +243 970 069 458 / +243 821 253 071 |
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
UNHAS (Contact details, routes and flight schedules are available on the DRC Logistics Cluster website here) |
Airport Picture
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
2000 x 45 m |
|
Runway Orientation |
11/29 |
|
Runway Surface |
Macadam |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
Yes |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Airlines companies
The following airline companies are operating in the airport: Congo Airways, CAA, Servair Cargo , Trans Air Cargo Service.
Storage Facilities
The RVA has a warehouse, which is a prefabricated structure left by MONUSCO, There is available land to erect mobile storage units. Written requests for contracting and terms are to be addressed to RVA Management.
Handling equipment
Handling equipment is not available at the airport at the moment, however, RVA Management is currently sourcing a supplier to deliver this service.
Fuel Services Charges
The cost of importing jet fuel has recently increased and the country faced shortages last September 2022. The Ministry of Hydrocarbons has implemented a contingency plan that includes rationing fuel until the arrival of new stocks. Due to this context, prices are fluctuating and the current fuel price list is available on the website of the Ministry of Economy here.
Jet fuel shortage at SEP airport may occur due to delay to receive replenishment from Ilebo SNCC Port connected with the train (derailment, breakdown locomotive, landslide…).