Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Burkina Faso

DFFDOUA

Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport

Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

ICAO

DFFD

IATA

OUA

Category

International Hub

Elevation

1,037 ft

Country

Burkina Faso

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at DFFD

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport (DFFD / OUA) in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

DFFD is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Burkina Faso

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Burkina Faso.

Applicable permit lead times for Burkina Faso 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 Burkina Faso are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at DFFD

Direct FBO and handler coordination at DFFD covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at DFFD

Fuel on record at Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to DFFD

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for DFFD: 12° 21′ 11″ N 1° 30′ 43″ W; elevation 1,037 ft; local time UTC+0.

Crew & Passenger Services in Ouagadougou

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Ouagadougou.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at DFFD.

Cargo Operations at DFFD

Support for freighter operations into DFFD covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport

Latitude
12° 21′ 11″ N
Longitude
1° 30′ 43″ W
ICAO code
DFFD
IATA code
OUA
Municipality
Ouagadougou
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 8
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To OUA?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for DFFD.

Submit flight inquiry for DFFD

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – DFFD

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport?

The ICAO code is DFFD and the IATA code is OUA.

Is Jet A1 available at DFFD?

Yes. Fuel on record at Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at DFFD?

Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8.

What time zone does DFFD operate in?

Ouagadougou Thomas Sankara International Airport operates on UTC+0.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for DFFD?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for DFFD.