International hub · Garoua, Cameroon
Garoua
- Elevation
- 794 ft
- Coordinates
- 9°20′N 13°22′E
- Local time
- Africa/Douala
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Field information
FKKR runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Garoua (FKKR/GOU) has one runway, 09/27, 11,032 ft (3,363 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: 0700-2000 and O/R. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at FKKR, 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
Garoua
Elevation
794 ft
Position
9.3348, 13.3721
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
0700-2000 and O/R
Runways · FKKR
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 11,032 ft (3,363 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at FKKR.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Garoua (FKKR / GOU) in Garoua, Cameroon, through one 24/7 OCC desk. FKKR 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 FKKR
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 FKKR
Direct FBO and handler coordination at FKKR covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at FKKR
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at FKKR is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to FKKR
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for FKKR: 9° 20′ 5″ N 13° 22′ 20″ E; elevation 794 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Garoua
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Garoua. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at FKKR.
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Cargo Operations at FKKR
Support for freighter operations into FKKR covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where FKKR sits in the network
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Operating into FKKR?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Garoua — one desk for the whole trip.