Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Democratic Republic of the Congo

FZRFFMI

Kalemie Airport

Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo

ICAO

FZRF

IATA

FMI

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

2,569 ft

Country

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at FZRF

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

FZRF 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 FZRF

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

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

Fuel Planning for FZRF

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

Flight Planning & Dispatch to FZRF

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

Planning reference for FZRF: 5° 52′ 34″ S 29° 15′ 0″ E; elevation 2,569 ft; local time UTC+2.

Crew & Passenger Services in Kalemie

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

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

Cargo Operations at FZRF

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

Field Information

Kalemie Airport

Latitude
5° 52′ 34″ S
Longitude
29° 15′ 0″ E
ICAO code
FZRF
IATA code
FMI
Municipality
Kalemie
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 FMI?

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

Submit flight inquiry for FZRF

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – FZRF

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Kalemie Airport?

The ICAO code is FZRF and the IATA code is FMI.

Is Jet A1 available at FZRF?

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

What is the fire category at FZRF?

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

What time zone does FZRF operate in?

Kalemie Airport operates on UTC+2.

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

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 FZRF.