General aviation · Parakou, Benin
Parakou
- Elevation
- 1,266 ft
- Coordinates
- 9°21′N 2°37′E
- Local time
- Africa/Porto-Novo
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Field information
DBBP runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Classification
General aviation
Time zone
Africa/Porto-Novo
Country
Benin
BJ
Municipality
Parakou
Elevation
1,266 ft
Position
9.3577, 2.6097
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at DBBP.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Parakou (DBBP / PKO) in Parakou, Benin, through one 24/7 OCC desk. DBBP is listed in our network as a general aviation. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at DBBP
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Benin
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Benin. Applicable permit lead times for Benin are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Benin are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at DBBP
Direct FBO and handler coordination at DBBP covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at DBBP
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at DBBP is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to DBBP
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for DBBP: 9° 21′ 28″ N 2° 36′ 35″ E; elevation 1266 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Parakou
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Parakou. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at DBBP.
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Cargo Operations at DBBP
Support for freighter operations into DBBP covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where DBBP sits in the network
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Operating into DBBP?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Parakou — one desk for the whole trip.