Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Botswana

FBPMFRW

Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport

Francistown, Botswana

ICAO

FBPM

IATA

FRW

Category

International Hub

Elevation

3,283 ft

Country

Botswana

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at FBPM

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport (FBPM / FRW) in Francistown, Botswana, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

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

Overflight & Landing Permits – Botswana

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

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

Ground Handling at FBPM

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

Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 4.

Jet A1 Fuel at FBPM

Fuel on record at Phillip Gaonwe Matante 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 FBPM

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

Planning reference for FBPM: 21° 9′ 32″ S 27° 28′ 8″ E; elevation 3,283 ft; local time UTC+2.

Crew & Passenger Services in Francistown

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

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

Cargo Operations at FBPM

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

Field Information

Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport

Latitude
21° 9′ 32″ S
Longitude
27° 28′ 8″ E
ICAO code
FBPM
IATA code
FRW
Municipality
Francistown
Timezone
UTC+2
Traffic
Medium
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 4
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To FRW?

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

Submit flight inquiry for FBPM

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – FBPM

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport?

The ICAO code is FBPM and the IATA code is FRW.

Is Jet A1 available at FBPM?

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

What is the fire category at FBPM?

Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 4.

What time zone does FBPM operate in?

Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport operates on UTC+2.

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

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 FBPM.