Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Cameroon

FKKDDLA

Douala International Airport

Douala, Cameroon

ICAO

FKKD

IATA

DLA

Category

International Hub

Elevation

33 ft

Country

Cameroon

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at FKKD

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Douala International Airport (FKKD / DLA) in Douala, Cameroon, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

FKKD 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 – 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.

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.

Douala International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at FKKD

Fuel on record at Douala 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 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′ 8″ E; elevation 33 ft; local time UTC+1.

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.

Cargo Operations at FKKD

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

Field Information

Douala International Airport

Latitude
4° 0′ 22″ N
Longitude
9° 43′ 8″ E
ICAO code
FKKD
IATA code
DLA
Municipality
Douala
Timezone
UTC+1
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 8
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To DLA?

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

Submit flight inquiry for FKKD

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – FKKD

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

The ICAO code is FKKD and the IATA code is DLA.

Is Jet A1 available at FKKD?

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

What is the fire category at FKKD?

Douala International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8.

What time zone does FKKD operate in?

Douala International Airport operates on UTC+1.

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

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 FKKD.