Regional airport · Lahad Datu, Malaysia
Lahad Datu
- Elevation
- 45 ft
- Coordinates
- 5°02′N 118°19′E
- Local time
- Asia/Kuching
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Field information
WBKD runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Lahad Datu (WBKD/LDU) has one runway, 11/29, 4,498 ft (1,371 m) long of asphalt. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 5. Prior permission required (PPR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at WBKD, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
Regional airport
Time zone
Asia/Kuching
Country
Malaysia
MY
Municipality
Lahad Datu
Elevation
45 ft
Position
5.0324, 118.3238
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 5
Access
Prior permission required (PPR)
Runways · WBKD
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 4,498 ft (1,371 m) | 98 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at WBKD.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Lahad Datu (WBKD / LDU) in Lahad Datu, Malaysia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. WBKD is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at WBKD
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Malaysia
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Malaysia. Applicable permit lead times for Malaysia 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 Malaysia are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at WBKD
Direct FBO and handler coordination at WBKD covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at WBKD
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at WBKD is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
- 04
Flight Planning & Dispatch to WBKD
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for WBKD: 5° 1′ 57″ N 118° 19′ 26″ E; elevation 45 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Lahad Datu
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Lahad Datu. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at WBKD.
- 06
Cargo Operations at WBKD
Support for freighter operations into WBKD covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into WBKD?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Lahad Datu — one desk for the whole trip.