Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Nigeria

DNBCBCU

Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport

Bauchi, Nigeria

ICAO

DNBC

IATA

BCU

Category

International Hub

Elevation

1,965 ft

Country

Nigeria

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at DNBC

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport (DNBC / BCU) in Bauchi, Nigeria, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

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

Overflight & Landing Permits – Nigeria

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

Applicable permit lead times for Nigeria 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 Nigeria are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at DNBC

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

Fuel Arrangements at DNBC

Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at DNBC is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to DNBC

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

Planning reference for DNBC: 10° 28′ 59″ N 9° 44′ 38″ E; elevation 1,965 ft; local time UTC+1.

Crew & Passenger Services in Bauchi

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

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

Cargo Operations at DNBC

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

Field Information

Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport

Latitude
10° 28′ 59″ N
Longitude
9° 44′ 38″ E
ICAO code
DNBC
IATA code
BCU
Municipality
Bauchi
Timezone
UTC+1
Traffic
Low
Fuel Type
—
Fire Category
—
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BCU?

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

Submit flight inquiry for DNBC

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – DNBC

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport?

The ICAO code is DNBC and the IATA code is BCU.

What time zone does DNBC operate in?

Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport operates on UTC+1.

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

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 DNBC.