International hub · Bobo Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
Bobo Dioulasso
- Elevation
- 1,511 ft
- Coordinates
- 11°10′N 4°20′W
- Local time
- Africa/Ouagadougou
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Field information
DFOO runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Bobo Dioulasso (DFOO/BOY) has one runway, 06/24, 10,826 ft (3,300 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 6. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at DFOO, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Ouagadougou
Country
Burkina Faso
BF
Municipality
Bobo Dioulasso
Elevation
1,511 ft
Position
11.1601, -4.3310
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 6
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · DFOO
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 10,826 ft (3,300 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at DFOO.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Bobo Dioulasso (DFOO / BOY) in Bobo Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, through one 24/7 OCC desk. DFOO is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at DFOO
One 24/7 OCC desk
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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.
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Ground Handling at DFOO
Direct FBO and handler coordination at DFOO covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at DFOO
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at DFOO is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to DFOO
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for DFOO: 11° 9′ 36″ N 4° 19′ 51″ W; elevation 1511 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Bobo Dioulasso
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Bobo Dioulasso. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at DFOO.
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Cargo Operations at DFOO
Support for freighter operations into DFOO covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where DFOO sits in the network
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Operating into DFOO?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Bobo Dioulasso — one desk for the whole trip.