Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Democratic Republic of the Congo

FZQMKWZ

Kolwezi Airport

Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

ICAO

FZQM

IATA

KWZ

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

5,007 ft

Country

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at FZQM

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Kolwezi Airport (FZQM / KWZ) in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

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

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.

Ground Handling at FZQM

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

Kolwezi Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Fuel Planning for FZQM

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

Flight Planning & Dispatch to FZQM

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

Planning reference for FZQM: 10° 45′ 58″ S 25° 30′ 22″ E; elevation 5,007 ft; local time UTC+2.

Crew & Passenger Services in Kolwezi

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

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

Cargo Operations at FZQM

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

Field Information

Kolwezi Airport

Latitude
10° 45′ 58″ S
Longitude
25° 30′ 22″ E
ICAO code
FZQM
IATA code
KWZ
Municipality
Kolwezi
Timezone
UTC+2
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
No fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To KWZ?

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

Submit flight inquiry for FZQM

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – FZQM

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Kolwezi Airport?

The ICAO code is FZQM and the IATA code is KWZ.

Is Jet A1 available at FZQM?

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

What is the fire category at FZQM?

Kolwezi Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does FZQM operate in?

Kolwezi Airport operates on UTC+2.

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

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 FZQM.