International hub · Mfuwe, Zambia
Mfuwe International
- Elevation
- 1,853 ft
- Coordinates
- 13°16′S 31°56′E
- Local time
- Africa/Lusaka
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Field information
FLMF runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Mfuwe International (FLMF/MFU) has one runway, 09/27, 7,349 ft (2,240 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 5. Operating hours: Dly 0500-1600 and O/R. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at FLMF, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Lusaka
Country
Zambia
ZM
Municipality
Mfuwe
Elevation
1,853 ft
Position
-13.2589, 31.9366
Traffic level
Medium
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 5
Operating hours
Dly 0500-1600 and O/R
Runways · FLMF
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 7,349 ft (2,240 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at FLMF.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Mfuwe International (FLMF / MFU) in Mfuwe, Zambia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. FLMF 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 FLMF
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Zambia
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Zambia. Applicable permit lead times for Zambia 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 Zambia are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at FLMF
Direct FBO and handler coordination at FLMF covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at FLMF
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at FLMF is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to FLMF
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for FLMF: 13° 15′ 32″ S 31° 56′ 12″ E; elevation 1853 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Mfuwe
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Mfuwe. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at FLMF.
- 06
Cargo Operations at FLMF
Support for freighter operations into FLMF covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where FLMF sits in the network
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Operating into FLMF?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Mfuwe International — one desk for the whole trip.