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International Hub · France

LFKBBIA

Bastia-Poretta International airport

Bastia, France

ICAO

LFKB

IATA

BIA

Category

International Hub

Elevation

26 ft

Country

France

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at LFKB

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Bastia-Poretta International airport (LFKB / BIA) in Bastia, France, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

LFKB is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – France

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of France.

Applicable permit lead times for France 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 France are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at LFKB

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

Bastia-Poretta International airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at LFKB

Fuel on record at Bastia-Poretta International airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to LFKB

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

Planning reference for LFKB: 42° 33′ 11″ N 9° 29′ 2″ E; elevation 26 ft; local time UTC+1.

Crew & Passenger Services in Bastia

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

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

Cargo Operations at LFKB

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

Field Information

Bastia-Poretta International airport

Latitude
42° 33′ 11″ N
Longitude
9° 29′ 2″ E
ICAO code
LFKB
IATA code
BIA
Municipality
Bastia
Timezone
UTC+1
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BIA?

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

Submit flight inquiry for LFKB

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – LFKB

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Bastia-Poretta International airport?

The ICAO code is LFKB and the IATA code is BIA.

Is Jet A1 available at LFKB?

Yes. Fuel on record at Bastia-Poretta International airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at LFKB?

Bastia-Poretta International airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does LFKB operate in?

Bastia-Poretta International airport operates on UTC+1.

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

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 LFKB.