Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Nigeria

DNCACBQ

Margaret Ekpo International Airport

Calabar, Nigeria

ICAO

DNCA

IATA

CBQ

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

210 ft

Country

Nigeria

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at DNCA

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Margaret Ekpo International Airport (DNCA / CBQ) in Calabar, Nigeria, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

DNCA is listed in our network as a regional airport with high 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 DNCA

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

Margaret Ekpo International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at DNCA

Fuel on record at Margaret Ekpo International Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to DNCA

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

Planning reference for DNCA: 4° 58′ 34″ N 8° 20′ 49″ E; elevation 210 ft; local time UTC+1.

Crew & Passenger Services in Calabar

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

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

Cargo Operations at DNCA

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

Field Information

Margaret Ekpo International Airport

Latitude
4° 58′ 34″ N
Longitude
8° 20′ 49″ E
ICAO code
DNCA
IATA code
CBQ
Municipality
Calabar
Timezone
UTC+1
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To CBQ?

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

Submit flight inquiry for DNCA

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – DNCA

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Margaret Ekpo International Airport?

The ICAO code is DNCA and the IATA code is CBQ.

Is Jet A1 available at DNCA?

Yes. Fuel on record at Margaret Ekpo International Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at DNCA?

Margaret Ekpo International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does DNCA operate in?

Margaret Ekpo International Airport operates on UTC+1.

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

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 DNCA.