International hub · Douala, Cameroon
Douala
- Elevation
- 33 ft
- Coordinates
- 4°00′N 9°43′E
- Local time
- Africa/Douala
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Field information
FKKD runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Douala (FKKD/DLA) has one runway, 12/30, 9,350 ft (2,850 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at FKKD, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Douala
Country
Cameroon
CM
Municipality
Douala
Elevation
33 ft
Position
4.0061, 9.7195
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · FKKD
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 9,350 ft (2,850 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at FKKD.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Douala (FKKD / DLA) in Douala, Cameroon, through one 24/7 OCC desk. FKKD is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at FKKD
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Cameroon
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Cameroon. Applicable permit lead times for Cameroon 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 Cameroon are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at FKKD
Direct FBO and handler coordination at FKKD covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at FKKD
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at FKKD is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to FKKD
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for FKKD: 4° 0′ 22″ N 9° 43′ 10″ E; elevation 33 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Douala
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Douala. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at FKKD.
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Cargo Operations at FKKD
Support for freighter operations into FKKD covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where FKKD sits in the network
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Operating into FKKD?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Douala — one desk for the whole trip.