International hub · Blantyre, Malawi
Blantyre - Chileka International
- Elevation
- 2,555 ft
- Coordinates
- 15°41′S 34°58′E
- Local time
- Africa/Blantyre
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Field information
FWCL runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Blantyre - Chileka International (FWCL/BLZ) has 2 runways; the longest, 10/28, is 7,628 ft (2,325 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Operating hours: 0400-1700, O/T O/R. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at FWCL, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Blantyre
Country
Malawi
MW
Municipality
Blantyre
Elevation
2,555 ft
Position
-15.6772, 34.9723
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
0400-1700, O/T O/R
Runways · FWCL
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 7,628 ft (2,325 m) | 98 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 15/33 | 4,501 ft (1,372 m) | 98 ft | asphalt | — |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at FWCL.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Blantyre - Chileka International (FWCL / BLZ) in Blantyre, Malawi, through one 24/7 OCC desk. FWCL 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 FWCL
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Malawi
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Malawi. Applicable permit lead times for Malawi 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 Malawi are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at FWCL
Direct FBO and handler coordination at FWCL covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at FWCL
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at FWCL is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to FWCL
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for FWCL: 15° 40′ 38″ S 34° 58′ 20″ E; elevation 2555 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Blantyre
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Blantyre. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at FWCL.
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Cargo Operations at FWCL
Support for freighter operations into FWCL covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into FWCL?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Blantyre - Chileka International — one desk for the whole trip.