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International Hub · South Africa

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Polokwane International Airport

Polokwane, South Africa

ICAO

FAPP

IATA

PTG

Category

International Hub

Elevation

4,076 ft

Country

South Africa

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at FAPP

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Polokwane International Airport (FAPP / PTG) in Polokwane, South Africa, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

FAPP 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 – South Africa

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

Applicable permit lead times for South Africa 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 South Africa are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at FAPP

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

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

Jet A1 Fuel at FAPP

Fuel on record at Polokwane 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 FAPP

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

Planning reference for FAPP: 23° 50′ 42″ S 29° 27′ 32″ E; elevation 4,076 ft; local time UTC+2.

Crew & Passenger Services in Polokwane

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

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

Cargo Operations at FAPP

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

Field Information

Polokwane International Airport

Latitude
23° 50′ 42″ S
Longitude
29° 27′ 32″ E
ICAO code
FAPP
IATA code
PTG
Municipality
Polokwane
Timezone
UTC+2
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To PTG?

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

Submit flight inquiry for FAPP

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – FAPP

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Polokwane International Airport?

The ICAO code is FAPP and the IATA code is PTG.

Is Jet A1 available at FAPP?

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

What is the fire category at FAPP?

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

What time zone does FAPP operate in?

Polokwane International Airport operates on UTC+2.

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

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 FAPP.