Regional airport · Bonthe, Sierra Leone
Bonthe
- Elevation
- 14 ft
- Coordinates
- 7°32′N 12°31′W
- Local time
- Africa/Freetown
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Field information
GFBN runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Time zone
Africa/Freetown
Country
Sierra Leone
SL
Municipality
Bonthe
Elevation
14 ft
Position
7.5324, -12.5189
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at GFBN.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Bonthe (GFBN / BTE) in Bonthe, Sierra Leone, through one 24/7 OCC desk. GFBN is listed in our network. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at GFBN
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Sierra Leone
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Sierra Leone. Applicable permit lead times for Sierra Leone 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 Sierra Leone are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at GFBN
Direct FBO and handler coordination at GFBN covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at GFBN
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at GFBN is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to GFBN
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for GFBN: 7° 31′ 57″ N 12° 31′ 8″ W; elevation 14 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Bonthe
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Bonthe. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at GFBN.
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Cargo Operations at GFBN
Support for freighter operations into GFBN covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where GFBN sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
Operating into GFBN?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Bonthe — one desk for the whole trip.