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Regional Airport · Madagascar

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Sambava Airport

Sambava, Madagascar

ICAO

FMNS

IATA

SVB

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

20 ft

Country

Madagascar

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at FMNS

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Sambava Airport (FMNS / SVB) in Sambava, Madagascar, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

FMNS is listed in our network as a regional airport with medium traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Madagascar

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Madagascar.

Applicable permit lead times for Madagascar 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 Madagascar are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at FMNS

Direct FBO and handler coordination at FMNS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Sambava Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 5.

Jet A1 Fuel at FMNS

Fuel on record at Sambava 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 FMNS

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for FMNS: 14° 16′ 44″ S 50° 10′ 30″ E; elevation 20 ft; local time UTC+3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Sambava

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Sambava.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at FMNS.

Cargo Operations at FMNS

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

Field Information

Sambava Airport

Latitude
14° 16′ 44″ S
Longitude
50° 10′ 30″ E
ICAO code
FMNS
IATA code
SVB
Municipality
Sambava
Timezone
UTC+3
Traffic
Medium
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 5
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To SVB?

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

Submit flight inquiry for FMNS

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – FMNS

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Sambava Airport?

The ICAO code is FMNS and the IATA code is SVB.

Is Jet A1 available at FMNS?

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

What is the fire category at FMNS?

Sambava Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 5.

What time zone does FMNS operate in?

Sambava Airport operates on UTC+3.

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

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 FMNS.