International hub · Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
Dire Dawa/Aba Tenna Dejaz International
- Elevation
- 3,827 ft
- Coordinates
- 9°37′N 41°51′E
- Local time
- Africa/Addis Ababa
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Field information
HADR runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Dire Dawa/Aba Tenna Dejaz International (HADR/DIR) has one runway, 15/33, 8,791 ft (2,679 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at HADR, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Addis Ababa
Country
Ethiopia
ET
Municipality
Dire Dawa
Elevation
3,827 ft
Position
9.6235, 41.8550
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · HADR
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 8,791 ft (2,679 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at HADR.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Dire Dawa/Aba Tenna Dejaz International (HADR / DIR) in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. HADR is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at HADR
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Ethiopia
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Ethiopia. Applicable permit lead times for Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at HADR
Direct FBO and handler coordination at HADR covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at HADR
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at HADR is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to HADR
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for HADR: 9° 37′ 25″ N 41° 51′ 18″ E; elevation 3827 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Dire Dawa
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Dire Dawa. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at HADR.
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Cargo Operations at HADR
Support for freighter operations into HADR covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where HADR sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
Operating into HADR?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Dire Dawa/Aba Tenna Dejaz International — one desk for the whole trip.