Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Zambia

FLSKNLA

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport

Ndola, Zambia

ICAO

FLSK

IATA

NLA

Category

International Hub

Elevation

4,308 ft

Country

Zambia

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at FLSK

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (FLSK / NLA) in Ndola, Zambia, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

FLSK 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 – 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.

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.

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at FLSK

Fuel on record at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe 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 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′ 58″ E; elevation 4,308 ft; local time UTC+2.

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.

Cargo Operations at FLSK

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

Field Information

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport

Latitude
12° 57′ 54″ S
Longitude
28° 30′ 58″ E
ICAO code
FLSK
IATA code
NLA
Municipality
Ndola
Timezone
UTC+2
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To NLA?

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

Submit flight inquiry for FLSK

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – FLSK

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport?

The ICAO code is FLSK and the IATA code is NLA.

Is Jet A1 available at FLSK?

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

What is the fire category at FLSK?

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does FLSK operate in?

Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport operates on UTC+2.

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

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 FLSK.