International hub · Brest, France
Brest Bretagne
- Elevation
- 325 ft
- Coordinates
- 48°27′N 4°25′W
- Local time
- Europe/Paris
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Field information
LFRB runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Brest Bretagne (LFRB/BES) has 2 runways; the longest, 07R/25L, is 10,171 ft (3,100 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. 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 LFRB, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Paris
Country
France
FR
Municipality
Brest
Elevation
325 ft
Position
48.4479, -4.4185
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · LFRB
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07R/25L | 10,171 ft (3,100 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 07L/25R | 2,297 ft (700 m) | 59 ft | asphalt | — |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at LFRB.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Brest Bretagne (LFRB / BES) in Brest, France, through one 24/7 OCC desk. LFRB 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 LFRB
One 24/7 OCC desk
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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.
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Ground Handling at LFRB
Direct FBO and handler coordination at LFRB covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at LFRB
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at LFRB is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to LFRB
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for LFRB: 48° 26′ 52″ N 4° 25′ 7″ W; elevation 325 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Brest
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Brest. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LFRB.
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Cargo Operations at LFRB
Support for freighter operations into LFRB covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where LFRB sits in the network
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Operating into LFRB?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Brest Bretagne — one desk for the whole trip.