2.2 Zimbabwe Aviation
In 1999, the Government of Zimbabwe established the Supervising authority Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) through the Civil Aviation Act of 1998. The CAAZ is the main provider of civil aviation services, serving as the regulator of the industry, managing the civil aviation infrastructure, including the main airports, and providing airspace management services.
The CAAZ owns and manages eleven airports in Zimbabwe. The original design capacity of the various terminals was sufficient for up to 3.8 million passengers a year. Harare is the main hub, but its operations and that of the other major airports have been affected by the poor performance of the economy. Civil aviation infrastructure in Zimbabwe is in need of rehabilitation and regular maintenance. A particular concern is air traffic control and safety, as equipment is old and in need of replacement. Closely related to traffic surveillance is the capability for aircraft communication to and from the ground.
The entire airspace of Zimbabwe has not been covered by existing facilities, and what does exist is deficient. The airspace surveillance equipment is not well maintained, and while repairs have been carried out at Harare, work on the system at Joshua Nkomo International Airport (Bulawayo) is incomplete. Shortcomings in surveillance also raise concerns about search and rescue operations. Weather installations are inadequate and broadband infrastructure is not available at most airports.
As a result of the economic problems of the past decade and sharp decline in tourism activity in Zimbabwe, international and domestic aircraft movements have declined sharply. The former declined from about 31,000 in 1999 to about 16,000 in 2009. The decline in domestic movements was even greater, owing to the decline in domestic travel by tourists and the adverse effect of the domestic economic difficulties. The large contraction in demand for air services to and from Zimbabwe has contributed to a sharp reduction in the number of international airlines that service the Zimbabwe market.
During 1997-2007 more than twenty scheduled airlines discontinued services in Zimbabwe, including major carriers such as Air France (1997), KLM (1998), Lufthansa (2000), Swiss Air (2000), and British Airways (2007). At present, 13 airlines operate services to and from Zimbabwe. These include Air Zimbabwe, which is the primary domestic carrier owned by the Government, Kenya Airways, Air Malawi, Botswana Airline, South African Airways, South African Airlink, Comair (which is a franchise partner with British Airways), Air Namibia, Emirates, Egyptian, Zambezi Airline, Ethiopian Airlines, Angola Airlines and Fly Africa (budget airline). There are 130 airports (or 196 per the CIA) in Zimbabwe, a combination of paved and unpaved runways.
All aircrafts carrying cargo must land only at designated airports. Air freight will be cleared at the airport of first landing in Zimbabwe provided such airport is a designated customs airport. If the airport of destination is not a designated airport, the aircraft operator must take special arrangements for clearance of the freight before flying to the destination.
The dropping or spraying of objects or other substances out of or from the aircraft is prohibited. This does not apply to ballast in the form of water or fine sand, fuel tow ropes, tow banners or similar objects if dropped or discharged at places where no danger to persons or property exist. The authority may grant exemption to the introduction if no danger to persons or property exists.
In accordance with article 19 of the International Sanitary regulations adopted by the World Health Organisation, the following are designed sanitary airports:
- Harare/Harare Airport
- Bulawayo/Joshua Mquabuko Nkomo Airport
Key airport information may also be found at World Aero Data.
Private aircraft operating into an airport in Zimbabwe and carrying seven passengers and below do not require prior permission but should submit normal ATC flight plan only. Private aircraft wishing to over fly Zimbabwean airspace are however are required to have prior permission and must submit an application to the CAAZ.
The authority establishes prohibited areas and restricted areas, if necessary, for the prevention of danger to public safety or order especially for the safety of air traffic. These areas are published in the Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)
At minor aerodromes without ATC, inspections are often irregular, and pivots must, in addition to obtaining the latest serviceability, examine the landing area from the air before attempting to land. Generally, no facilities are provided.
For airport contact information, please see the following links:
4.1 Zimbabwe Government Contact List
4.5 Zimbabwe Airport Company Contact List
Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft
An operator intending to over fly Zimbabwe must apply in writing to Nigel Marumahoko at the Civil Aviation Authority on Fax number: +263(04)585100 during working hours or +263(04)575163 during weekends and holidays. Once this has been approved then further information will be issued in order to complete registration.
In Zimbabwe, the following requirements need to be applied, presented and approved before pre-positioning of foreign registered aircraft:
- Aircraft registration
- Aircraft type and MAUW
- Operator's full name and address
- Point of departures, destinations, and further itineraries
- Route, entry and exit points
- Return phone, fax numbers and email
- Number of passengers and intended cargo loads
- Exact purpose of flights
Registration and Safety: Registration will take place once the application has been approved
Operator, aircraft and crew documentation: Any documentation not submitted in the application procedure will be noted and requested of the operator once the application has been completed and approved.
The Authority will inform the applicant, by return fax, of the calculated costs of the intended operations. Payment must be made by means of a bank transfer of the required amount into the authority’s FCA account. Processing is almost immediate and may take up to a week if there are any irregularities.
For information on required fees, please see the following attachment: Zimbabwe Aviation Fees
2.2.1 Zimbabwe Mugabe International Airport
Harare International Airport is an international airport in Harare, Zimbabwe. It is the largest airport in the country and serves as the base of Air Zimbabwe. The airport is operated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe. The International Terminal at Harare International Airport was opened in 2000 but the airport has not met the optimum operating capacity since. It is a beautiful building, drawing architectural influence from the ancient buildings of Great Zimbabwe, and finished in local materials such as black granite, etc. Due to the current economic situation, there are fewer commercial flights in and out-bound.
This is a joint Military and Civilian Airport. The airport's runway, at 4,725 metres (15,502 ft), is currently one of the longest in Africa. It is longer than all of the runways at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, South Africa, with the longest runway at OR Tambo measuring 4,418 metres (14,495 ft). The reason for this is that both are "hot and high" airports requiring long take-off runs. The Harare International airport is currently refurbishing and lengthening the current runway which will result in it being the longest runaway in Africa at over 5,000 metres (16,000 ft). (Source: The Africa Report) The runway is used by both the civilian airport and the Air Force of Zimbabwe whose base is on the southern side of the runway.
| Location Details | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Zimbabwe | Latitude | -17.93181 |
| Province / District | Mashonaland Central | Longitude | 31.09285 |
| Town or City (Closest) | Harare | Elevation (ft and m) | 4,887 ft / 1,490 m |
| Airfield Name | Harare International Airport | IATA and ICAO Codes |
IATA: HRE ICAO: FVHA |
| Open From (hours) | 08:00 | Open To (hours) | 18:30 |
Runways
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Runway #1 |
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|---|---|
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Runway Dimensions |
Length 4,725 m X Width 46 m |
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Orientation |
050° |
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Surface |
Asphalt |
The second runway is underused but still operational.
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Runway #2 |
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|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
Length 4,725 m X Width 46 m |
|
Orientation |
230° |
|
Surface |
Asphalt |
Helicopter Pad(s)
Helicopter Landing Pads are not a formal/designated facility at the Harare International Airport. If prior arrangements are made then provision will be made for an informal landing zone. The strength of the apron is such that it can carry the largest of helicopters.
The helipads are not located for commercial use and are situated across the runway on the military base. However, the runway can be used for any heli-operations.
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Helipad #1 |
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|---|---|
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Present (Yes / No) |
No |
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Largest helicopter that can land |
Mil Mi-26 : 123,455 lb (56,000 kg) |
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Width and Length (metres) |
Apron/landing strip can be used |
|
Surface |
Concrete |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Harare International is fully compliant with international standards and has the capacity to handle regional traffic should it be required.
The new International Terminal can handle up to 3 million passengers per year. The volume could be increased if the African Open Skies (Yamasukp Agreement) policy could be used effectively as currently a number of bi-lateral agreements are in the works to allow fellow African nations and Zimbabwe to utilize the facilities in each other’s countries.
National Handling Services (NHS) is currently offering a 6 month free operating service to any new airlines starting up in Zimbabwe. The best year in terms of performance was 1997 when 1,355,240 passengers and 41,450 aircraft passed through Harare International. 2009 was the worst economic year ever recorded for the airport in every area. The person in charge is Mr. Waniwa (+263773225404).
|
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
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Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
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) |
Category: 9 |
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Catering Services |
Yes |
Firefight & Equipment |
Yes |
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Base Operating Room |
No |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
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Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
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NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
|
ILS |
Yes |
Crash Crew |
Yes |
| IFR procedures | Yes | De-icing Equipment | Yes |
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
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Performance for 2012 |
Annual Figures |
Monthly |
|---|---|---|
|
Total aircraft movements |
12,218 | |
|
Total passengers |
494,202 | |
|
Total capacity of the airport |
300,000 mt | |
|
Current activity of the airport |
112,000 mt (2014) | 2014 Monthly Activity |
Airport Operating Details
There are two companies that operate out of the Harare International Airport covering the ground handling services: AGS (a private company) and NHS, which is government owned and operated.
| Operating Details | |
|---|---|
| Maximum sized aircraft which can be offloaded on bulk cargo: | IL76, B777 – (capacity 9) |
| Maximum sized aircraft that can be offloaded on pallet | IL76, B777 – (capacity 9) |
| Total aircraft parking area (m²) | 6 bays cater for 11 aircraft (m2 not given) |
| Storage Area (mt) |
150,000 – 500,000 mt Cold Storage Area: 40 mt |
| Cargo Handling Equipment Available (Yes / No) | Yes |
| Elevators / Hi Loaders (Yes / No) | Yes |
| Can elevators / hi loaders reach the upper level of a B747 (Yes / No) | Yes |
| Loading Ramps (Yes / No) | Yes |
| Forklifts | 2ton x 2, 3ton x 2, 5ton x 3, 7ton x 2 |
Storage Facilities
National Handling Services storage capacity is directly linked to the contract (i.e. number of flights, size, quantity and type of cargo). The facilities have not been maintained but have the capacity to handle any humanitarian requirements.
Airfield Cost
Services charges are negotiable depending on frequency and type of aircraft. Official charges are not easy to come by until flight schedules have been provided.
For more information on costs, please see the following attachment: Aircraft Servicing Charges
Navigation Charges
Please use: Distance (NM) x Weight Factor x US$20 when calculating fees.
| Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
Landing USD - $ |
Night Landing USD - $ |
Parking | Handling Charges | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 7,500 | 15-50 | 15-50 | 15 | 780 |
| 7,501 | 100,000 | 50-480 | 50-480 | 857-2,248 | |
| 100,001 | and over | Fixed charge @ US$480 + US$5/ton over | Fixed charge @ US$480 + US$5/ton over |
|
3,963-7,714 |
|
Note 1: Night landing hours are between 1800 - 0600 hours Note 2: Parking less than 3,000 kg is free for first 3 hours. Any parking over 3 hours will be charged as a 24 hour period thereafter. Note 3: All of these charges are administered by the CAAZ and are the same for all airports in Zimbabwe |
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Fuel Services Charges
Fuel is available through prior arrangement. BP/Shell and Total have signed a Joint Venture in operating the storage facilities at Harare International and all queries need to be directed through their respective head offices.
Reference should be made to schedules in ADZ for types of fuel and oil held at Bulawayo/J.M Nkomo, Charles Prince Chiredzi/Buffalo Range, Kariba, Harare and Victoria Falls airports. At small aerodromes, fuel stocks may be limited or not available, except by prior arrangement. Moreover requirements of operators are continually changing and it is therefore not possible to publish permanent information of fuel, other than at those listed above.
| Price per Unit | Fuel Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
| Jet A-1 | US 0.85 | 1,100,000 L |
| Avgas | US 1.50 | 45,000 L |
Cargo Terminal Charges
Cargo Handling charges are subject to negotiation depending on frequency, load type and size through both the NHS and AGS. AGS offers very efficient services across the board and have all equipment suitable for every plane size. NHS has similar facilities and may be more cost effective even if their services are less professional.
Scheduled flights are open to negotiation of charges as per contract. The frequency of flights allows for discounts. For further queries please contact Mr. V. Moyo at +263(04)575561/2 or +263(0)772101287.
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Import |
Rate US$ / kg |
|---|---|
|
Handling Charge per kg |
|
|
Break Bulk Fee |
US$15 |
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Diplomatic Mail |
US$50 |
|
Strong Room - per consignment |
US$50 (valuables and vulnerables) |
|
Cold Storage Fee |
US$0.05 / kg / calendar day |
|
Delivery outside normal working hours |
50% surcharge |
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Preparation of substitute AOA - Invoice - Receipt |
US$1 / phone call (AOA system down – till further notice) |
|
Storage per kg per day - Grace period? hours |
48 hours free |
|
Export |
Rate US$ / kg |
|
Handling charges - Unpalletized cargo |
Comprehensive charges – breaking bulk services costs are prohibitive |
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International Air WayBill |
US$10 |
|
Local Air WayBill |
N/A |
|
Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation |
US$5-adaptation of bill / US$10-Cancellation |
|
Air Way Bill Documentation |
Service offered free of charge |
|
Diplomatic Mail |
US$50 |
|
Storage charges per kg per day |
TBA (on negotiation) |
Security
The security offered at Harare International comprises a military base to the south and eastern perimeters of the airfield as well as a ZRP component within the terminals. The various private handling, perishables and broking companies on the northern side provide their own private security which complies with the Airport Authorities.
The security condition at the airport is considered Good.
Companies Available
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: AZFreight.com
There are 2 separate companies conducting Ground Handling Services – AGS (Aviation Ground Services) are a private company and are in competition with the government run NHS. Both offer warehousing and equipment options but the service differs. NHS also conducts passenger and aircraft services.
For more contact information for airport companies at Harare International Airport, please see the following links:
2.2.2 Zimbabwe Kariba International Airport
Overview
Kariba Airport is an international airport serving Kariba, Mashonaland West Province, Zimbabwe. It is 4 kilometres east of the town, and 13 kilometres east of the Kariba Dam, the outlet of Lake Kariba. There are obstacles that include line of hills and electricity transmission lines. No aircraft is to fly below 3,000 ft altitude within the radius of 1 NM of Kariba Dam Wall.
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Airport Location and Contact |
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|---|---|
|
Country |
Zimbabwe |
|
Province or District |
Mashonaland West |
|
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
Kariba (4 km) |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Kariba International Airport |
|
Latitude |
-16.517738 |
|
Longitude |
28.887077 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
1076 ft / 328 m |
|
IATA Code |
KAB |
|
ICAO Code |
FVKB |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) |
|
Management Contact Person |
|
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Airport Picture
Runway
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1650 m x 18 m |
|
Runway Orientation |
09/27 |
|
Runway Surface |
Bitumen – Asphalt |
|
Runway Condition |
Good |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
No |
|
Refuelling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
No |
|
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
|
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|
|
Jet A-1 |
Available by arrangement only |
|
Avgas |
Available by arrangement only |
Navigation Charges
|
A/C weight MAUW (Kg) |
Fees (US$) |
|---|---|
|
Up to 3 000 |
15 |
|
3 001 - 5000 |
40 |
|
5 001 - 7 500 |
50 |
|
7 501 - 10 000 |
75 |
|
10 001 - 35 000 |
125 |
|
35 001 - 40 000 |
250 |
|
40 001 - 70 000 |
350 |
|
70 001 - 100 000 |
480 |
|
Fixed charge over 100 000 kg plus US$5 per extra tonne |
480 |
2.2.3 Zimbabwe Victoria Falls International Airport
Airport Overview
Victoria Falls Airport is an international airport serving the Victoria Falls tourism industry and is 18 kilometres south of the town of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. There are obstacles that include trees within an elevation of 3,545 feet.
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Zimbabwe |
|
Province or District |
Matabeleland North |
|
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport |
Victoria Falls (18 km) |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Victoria Falls International Airport |
|
Latitude |
-18.095940 |
|
Longitude |
25.851562 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
3596 ft (28.5°C) |
|
IATA Code |
VFA |
|
ICAO Code |
FVFA |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) |
|
Management Contact Person |
|
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Airport Photo
Runway
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
2286 m X 30 m |
|
Runway Orientation |
12/30 |
|
Runway Surface |
Bitumen – Asphalt |
|
Runway Condition |
Good |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
No |
|
Refuelling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
|
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|
|---|---|
|
Jet A-1 |
Available by arrangement |
|
Avgas |
Available by arrangement |
Navigation Fees
LANDING FEES FOR DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS:
|
A/C weight MAUW (Kg) |
Fees (US$) |
|---|---|
|
Up to 3 000 |
15 |
|
3 001 - 5000 |
40 |
|
5 001 - 7 500 |
50 |
|
7 501 - 10 000 |
75 |
|
10 001 - 35 000 |
125 |
|
35 001 - 40 000 |
250 |
|
40 001 - 70 000 |
350 |
|
70 001 - 100 000 |
480 |
|
Fixed charge over 100 000 kg plus US$5 per extra tonne |
480 |
Zimbabwe - 2.2.4 Zimbabwe Hwange International Airport
Airport Overview
Hwange National Park Airport is an airport that serves the tourist industry around the Hwange Safari Area. It is located 65 km Southeast of Hwange Town.
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Zimbabwe |
|
Province or District |
Matabeleland North |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Hwange 65 km |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Hwange National Park Airport |
|
Latitude |
-18.63277° |
|
Longitude |
27.00805° |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
3543 ft (32.3°C) |
|
IATA Code |
HWN |
|
ICAO Code |
FVWN |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) |
Airport Picture
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
4600 m x 30 m |
|
Runway Orientation |
Orientation – 08/26 |
|
Runway Surface |
Bitumen – Asphalt |
|
Runway Condition |
Good |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
n/a |
Runway Lighting |
No |
|
Refuelling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
No |
|
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
Yes |
|
Windsock |
|
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
|
|
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|---|---|
|
Jet A-1 |
No – (available by arrangement) |
|
Avgas |
No – (available by arrangement) |
Royalties / Non-Objection Fees (NOFs)
Landing fees for domestic and International flights.
|
A/C weight MAUW (Kg) |
Fees (US$) |
|---|---|
|
Up to 3 000 |
15 |
|
3 001 - 5000 |
40 |
|
5 001 - 7 500 |
50 |
|
7 501 - 10 000 |
75 |
|
10 001 - 35 000 |
125 |
|
35 001 - 40 000 |
250 |
|
40 001 - 70 000 |
350 |
|
70 001 - 100 000 |
480 |
|
Fixed charge over 100 000 kg plus US$5 per extra ton |
480 |
Zimbabwe - 2.2.5 Zimbabwe Charles Prince National Airport
Airport Overview
Charles Prince Airport is dedicate to civilian use. It is located approximately 16 km northwest of Harare. The airfield is serviceable, and the licence expires on 28 April 2022, renewable annually. There are navigation aids at the airport, i.e., the non-directional beacon, and landing security.
|
Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Zimbabwe |
|
Province or District |
Harare |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Harare 16km |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Charles Prince Airport |
|
Latitude |
-17.75125° |
|
Longitude |
30.92693° |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
4850 ft (29.3°C) |
|
IATA Code |
n/a |
|
ICAO Code |
FVCP |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) |
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Airport Picture
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1200 m x 17 m |
|
Runway Orientation |
06/24 |
|
Runway Surface |
Bitumen |
|
Runway Condition |
Good |
|
Runway #2 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
925 m x 18 m |
|
Runway Orientation |
14/32 |
|
Runway Surface |
Bitumen |
|
Runway Condition |
Good |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
No |
|
Refueling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
Yes |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
|
|
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|---|---|
|
Jet A-1 |
Not available – (it’s by arrangement) |
|
Avgas |
Not available – (it’s by arrangement) |
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
|
A/C weight MAUW (kg) |
Fees (US$) |
|---|---|
|
Up to 3 000 |
15 |
|
3 001 - 5000 |
40 |
|
5 001 - 7 500 |
50 |
|
7 501 - 10 000 |
75 |
|
10 001 - 35 000 |
125 |
|
35 001 - 40 000 |
250 |
|
40 001 - 70 000 |
350 |
|
70 001 - 100 000 |
480 |
|
Fixed charge over 100 000 kg plus US$5 per extra ton |
480 |
Zimbabwe - 2.2.6 Zimbabwe Chiredzi Buffalo Range National Airstrip
Airport Overview
Chiredzi Buffalo Range National Airstrip is an airport serving Chiredzi, Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe. It is 10 km northwest of the town.
|
Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Zimbabwe |
|
Province or District |
Masvingo |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Chiredzi 10 km |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Chiredzi Buffalo Range Airport |
|
Latitude |
-21.00861° |
|
Longitude |
31.06238° |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
1421 ft (32.9°C) |
|
IATA Code |
BFO |
|
ICAO Code |
FVCZ |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) |
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Airport Picture
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1578 m x 30 m |
|
Runway Orientation |
14/32 |
|
Runway Surface |
Bitumen |
|
Runway Condition |
Good |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
No |
|
Refuelling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
|
|
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|---|---|
|
Jet A-1 |
Not available – (by arrangement) |
|
Avgas |
Yes – underling re-fuelling available |
Royalties / Non-Objection Fees (NOFs)
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A/C weight MAUW (kg) |
Fees (US$) |
|---|---|
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Up to 3 000 |
15 |
|
3 001 - 5000 |
40 |
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5 001 - 7 500 |
50 |
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7 501 - 10 000 |
75 |
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10 001 - 35 000 |
125 |
|
35 001 - 40 000 |
250 |
|
40 001 - 70 000 |
350 |
|
70 001 - 100 000 |
480 |
|
Fixed charge over 100 000 kg plus US$5 per extra ton |
480 |
Zimbabwe - 2.2.7 Zimbabwe JM Nkomo International Airport
Airport Overview
Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport is an airport located 25 km outside Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. It is the country’s second largest airport, after the Robert Mugabe International Airport. The airport operates 16 hours a day, with immigration and customs services available during operating hours. The offered airport facilities include aircraft parking, cargo and passenger handling. Additional facilities include dining, shopping, accommodation, banking, car parking, car rentals and shuttle services.
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Airport Location and Contact |
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|---|---|
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Country |
Zimbabwe |
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Province or District |
Bulawayo |
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Nearest Town or City |
Bulawayo 25 km |
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Airport’s Complete Name |
Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport |
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Latitude |
-20.0175° |
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Longitude |
28.625° |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
4366 ft (29.6°C) |
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IATA Code |
BUQ |
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ICAO Code |
FVJN |
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Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) |
Airport Picture
Runway(s)
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Runway #1 |
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|---|---|
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Runway Dimensions |
2588 m x 45 m |
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Runway Orientation |
13/31 |
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Runway Surface |
Bitumen – Asphalt |
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Runway Condition |
Good |
|
Runway #2 |
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|---|---|
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Runway Dimensions |
1347 m x 30 m |
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Runway Orientation |
02/20 |
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Runway Surface |
Bitumen – Asphalt |
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Runway Condition |
Good |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
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Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
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Refuelling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
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Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
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Navigation Aids |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
Yes |
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Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
|
|
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|---|---|
|
Jet A-1 |
Yes - (available by arrangement) |
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Avgas |
No – (available by arrangement) |
Royalties / Non-Objection Fees (NOFs)
Landing fees for domestic and international flights.
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A/C weight MAUW (kg) |
Fees (US$) |
|---|---|
|
Up to 3 000 |
15 |
|
3 001 - 5000 |
40 |
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5 001 - 7 500 |
50 |
|
7 501 - 10 000 |
75 |
|
10 001 - 35 000 |
125 |
|
35 001 - 40 000 |
250 |
|
40 001 - 70 000 |
350 |
|
70 001 - 100 000 |
480 |
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Fixed charge over 100 000 kg plus US$5 per extra ton |
480 |
Zimbabwe - 2.2.8 Zimbabwe Masvingo Airport
Airport Overview
Masvingo Airport is an airport serving Masvingo, the capital of Masvingo Province in Zimbabwe. The runway is 3 km east of Masvingo town. It is mainly used for small, chartered aircraft or by military aircraft.
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
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Country |
Zimbabwe |
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Province or District |
Masvingo |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Masvingo 3 km |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Masvingo Airport |
|
Latitude |
-20.06194° |
|
Longitude |
30.86194° |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
3596 ft (28.5°C) |
|
IATA Code |
MVZ |
|
ICAO Code |
FVMV |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) |
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Airport Picture
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1726 m x 18 m |
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Runway Orientation |
n/a |
|
Runway Surface |
Bitumen – Asphalt |
|
Runway Condition |
Good |
|
Runway #2 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1200 m x 17 m |
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Runway Orientation |
n/a |
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Runway Surface |
Grass |
|
Runway Condition |
Good |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
|
Refuelling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
No |
|
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
|
|
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|---|---|
|
Jet A-1 |
No – (available by arrangement) |
|
Avgas |
No – (available by arrangement) |
Royalties / Non-Objection Fees (NOFs)
|
A/C weight MAUW (kg) |
Fees (US$) |
|---|---|
|
Up to 3 000 |
15 |
|
3 001 - 5000 |
40 |
|
5 001 - 7 500 |
50 |
|
7 501 - 10 000 |
75 |
|
10 001 - 35 000 |
125 |
|
35 001 - 40 000 |
250 |
|
40 001 - 70 000 |
350 |
|
70 001 - 100 000 |
480 |
|
Fixed charge over 100 000 kg plus US$5 per extra ton |
480 |