International hub · Gibraltar, Gibraltar
RAF Gibraltar/Gibraltar International
- Elevation
- 12 ft
- Coordinates
- 36°09′N 5°21′W
- Local time
- Europe/Gibraltar
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Field information
LXGB runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
RAF Gibraltar/Gibraltar International (LXGB/GIB) has one runway, 09/27, 6,000 ft (1,829 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at LXGB, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Gibraltar
Country
Gibraltar
GI
Municipality
Gibraltar
Elevation
12 ft
Position
36.1517, -5.3498
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · LXGB
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 6,000 ft (1,829 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at LXGB.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at RAF Gibraltar/Gibraltar International (LXGB / GIB) in Gibraltar, through one 24/7 OCC desk. LXGB 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 LXGB
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Gibraltar
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Gibraltar. Applicable permit lead times for Gibraltar 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 Gibraltar are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at LXGB
Direct FBO and handler coordination at LXGB covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at LXGB
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at LXGB is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to LXGB
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for LXGB: 36° 9′ 6″ N 5° 20′ 59″ W; elevation 12 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Gibraltar
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Gibraltar. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LXGB.
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Cargo Operations at LXGB
Support for freighter operations into LXGB covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where LXGB sits in the network
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Operating into LXGB?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at RAF Gibraltar/Gibraltar International — one desk for the whole trip.