Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Namibia

FYGFGFY

Grootfontein Airport

Grootfontein, Namibia

ICAO

FYGF

IATA

GFY

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

4,636 ft

Country

Namibia

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at FYGF

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Grootfontein Airport (FYGF / GFY) in Grootfontein, Namibia, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

FYGF 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 – Namibia

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

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

Ground Handling at FYGF

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

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

Fuel Planning for FYGF

No fuel supply is recorded at Grootfontein Airport. Our OCC confirms current availability directly with the airport and plans fuel uplift at an alternate station where required.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to FYGF

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

Planning reference for FYGF: 19° 36′ 7″ S 18° 7′ 23″ E; elevation 4,636 ft; local time UTC+2.

Crew & Passenger Services in Grootfontein

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

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

Cargo Operations at FYGF

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

Field Information

Grootfontein Airport

Latitude
19° 36′ 7″ S
Longitude
18° 7′ 23″ E
ICAO code
FYGF
IATA code
GFY
Municipality
Grootfontein
Timezone
UTC+2
Traffic
Medium
Fuel Type
No fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 5
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To GFY?

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

Submit flight inquiry for FYGF

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – FYGF

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Grootfontein Airport?

The ICAO code is FYGF and the IATA code is GFY.

Is Jet A1 available at FYGF?

No fuel supply is recorded at Grootfontein Airport; our OCC confirms availability directly with the airport and plans uplift at an alternate station where required.

What is the fire category at FYGF?

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

What time zone does FYGF operate in?

Grootfontein Airport operates on UTC+2.

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

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 FYGF.