International hub · Luanda, Angola
4 de Fevereiro/Luanda
- Elevation
- 243 ft
- Coordinates
- 8°52′S 13°14′E
- Local time
- Africa/Luanda
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Field information
FNLU runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
4 de Fevereiro/Luanda (FNLU/LAD) has 2 runways; the longest, 05/23, is 12,190 ft (3,716 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as ARFF index A9. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at FNLU, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Luanda
Country
Angola
AO
Municipality
Luanda
Elevation
243 ft
Position
-8.8584, 13.2312
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
ARFF index A9
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
A
No special crew requirements
Runways · FNLU
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 12,190 ft (3,716 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 07/25 | 8,530 ft (2,600 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at FNLU.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at 4 de Fevereiro/Luanda (FNLU / LAD) in Luanda, Angola, through one 24/7 OCC desk. FNLU 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 FNLU
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Angola
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Angola. Applicable permit lead times for Angola 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 Angola are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at FNLU
Direct FBO and handler coordination at FNLU covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at FNLU
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at FNLU is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to FNLU
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for FNLU: 8° 51′ 30″ S 13° 13′ 52″ E; elevation 243 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Luanda
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Luanda. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at FNLU.
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Cargo Operations at FNLU
Support for freighter operations into FNLU covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into FNLU?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at 4 de Fevereiro/Luanda — one desk for the whole trip.