
General aviation · Matadi, Congo - Kinshasa
Matadi
- Elevation
- 1,115 ft
- Coordinates
- 5°48′S 13°26′E
- Local time
- Africa/Kinshasa
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Field information
FZAM runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Classification
General aviation
Time zone
Africa/Kinshasa
Country
Congo - Kinshasa
CD
Municipality
Matadi
Elevation
1,115 ft
Position
-5.7996, 13.4404
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at FZAM.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Matadi (FZAM / MAT) in Matadi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, through one 24/7 OCC desk. FZAM is listed in our network as a general aviation. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at FZAM
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Democratic Republic of the Congo
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Democratic Republic of the Congo. Applicable permit lead times for Democratic Republic of the Congo 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 Democratic Republic of the Congo are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at FZAM
Direct FBO and handler coordination at FZAM covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at FZAM
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at FZAM is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to FZAM
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for FZAM: 5° 47′ 59″ S 13° 26′ 25″ E; elevation 1115 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Matadi
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Matadi. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at FZAM.
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Cargo Operations at FZAM
Support for freighter operations into FZAM covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where FZAM sits in the network
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Operating into FZAM?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Matadi — one desk for the whole trip.