International hub · Ndola, Zambia
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International
- Elevation
- 4,308 ft
- Coordinates
- 12°58′S 28°31′E
- Local time
- Africa/Lusaka
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Field information
FLSK runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (FLSK/NLA) has one runway, 09/27, 11,483 ft (3,500 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: 0400-1800. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at FLSK, 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
Ndola
Elevation
4,308 ft
Position
-12.9651, 28.5156
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
0400-1800
Runways · FLSK
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 11,483 ft (3,500 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at FLSK.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International (FLSK / NLA) in Ndola, Zambia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. FLSK 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 FLSK
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.
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Ground Handling at FLSK
Direct FBO and handler coordination at FLSK covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at FLSK
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at FLSK is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to FLSK
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for FLSK: 12° 57′ 54″ S 28° 30′ 56″ E; elevation 4308 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Ndola
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Ndola. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at FLSK.
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Cargo Operations at FLSK
Support for freighter operations into FLSK covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into FLSK?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International — one desk for the whole trip.