Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Botswana

FBSKGBE

Sir Seretse Khama International Airport

Gaborone, Botswana

ICAO

FBSK

IATA

GBE

Category

International Hub

Elevation

3,299 ft

Country

Botswana

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at FBSK

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (FBSK / GBE) in Gaborone, Botswana, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

FBSK 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 – 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 FBSK

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

Sir Seretse Khama International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at FBSK

Fuel on record at Sir Seretse Khama 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 FBSK

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

Planning reference for FBSK: 24° 33′ 18″ S 25° 55′ 5″ E; elevation 3,299 ft; local time UTC+2.

Crew & Passenger Services in Gaborone

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

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

Cargo Operations at FBSK

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

Field Information

Sir Seretse Khama International Airport

Latitude
24° 33′ 18″ S
Longitude
25° 55′ 5″ E
ICAO code
FBSK
IATA code
GBE
Municipality
Gaborone
Timezone
UTC+2
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To GBE?

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

Submit flight inquiry for FBSK

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – FBSK

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Sir Seretse Khama International Airport?

The ICAO code is FBSK and the IATA code is GBE.

Is Jet A1 available at FBSK?

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

What is the fire category at FBSK?

Sir Seretse Khama International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does FBSK operate in?

Sir Seretse Khama International Airport operates on UTC+2.

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

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 FBSK.