Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Panama

MPDADAV

Enrique Malek International Airport

David, Panama

ICAO

MPDA

IATA

DAV

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

89 ft

Country

Panama

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at MPDA

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Enrique Malek International Airport (MPDA / DAV) in David, Panama, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

MPDA is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Panama

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

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

Ground Handling at MPDA

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

Enrique Malek International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at MPDA

Fuel on record at Enrique Malek International Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to MPDA

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

Planning reference for MPDA: 8° 23′ 20″ N 82° 26′ 10″ W; elevation 89 ft; local time UTC-5.

Crew & Passenger Services in David

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

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

Cargo Operations at MPDA

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

Field Information

Enrique Malek International Airport

Latitude
8° 23′ 20″ N
Longitude
82° 26′ 10″ W
ICAO code
MPDA
IATA code
DAV
Municipality
David
Timezone
UTC-5
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To DAV?

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

Submit flight inquiry for MPDA

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – MPDA

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Enrique Malek International Airport?

The ICAO code is MPDA and the IATA code is DAV.

Is Jet A1 available at MPDA?

Yes. Fuel on record at Enrique Malek International Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at MPDA?

Enrique Malek International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does MPDA operate in?

Enrique Malek International Airport operates on UTC-5.

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

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 MPDA.