Airport Overview
The airport is operational from 0400UTC to 1700UTC. Outside these hours, services are available on request to the Director of Civil Aviation or the Airport Commandant. Aerodrome fire Category is CAT 9. Cargo Handling facilities are by arrangement with Lilongwe Handling Company(LIHACO) available on frequency 121.9MHz.
Transportation to and from the city which is about 20KM away is through Taxis and Car Hires. There are Restaurants at the airport but no Hotels except in the City. Both AVGAS100/130 and JET A1 are available supplied by PUMA. There are no Hangar and repair services for visiting aircrafts.
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Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Malawi |
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Province or District |
Blantyre |
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Nearest Town or City |
Blantyre 13km |
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Airport’s Complete Name |
Chileka International Airport |
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Latitude |
S 15° 40’ 44.59” |
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Longitude |
E 34° 58’ 26.45” |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
2,555’ |
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IATA Code |
BLZ |
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ICAO Code |
FWCL |
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Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Department of Civil Aviation (Aeronautical), Airport Developments Ltd ( Non-aeronautical) |
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Management Contact Person |
Mr. Brian Mussa +265 994 444 343 |
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Open From (hours) |
04:00UTC |
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Open To (hours) |
17:00UTC |
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at:
Blantyre - Chileka International Airport - AZFreight
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for YEAR 2022
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Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
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Total Aircraft Movements |
4464 |
372 |
12 |
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Total Passengers |
99084 |
8257 |
275 |
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Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
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Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
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Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
Runways
Please note: Chileka International Airport has only two runways.
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Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
2,325m x 30m |
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Orientation |
10/28 |
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Surface |
Asphalt |
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Runway #2 |
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Runway Dimensions |
1,372 m × 30 m |
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Orientation |
15/33 |
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Surface |
Asphalt |
Helicopter Pad(s)
No Specific Helipad at the airport, helicopters use the main apron
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Helipad #1 |
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Present |
No |
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Largest Helicopter that can Land |
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Width and Length (m) |
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Surface |
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No Specific Helipad at the airport, helicopters use the main apron
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Helipad #2 |
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Present |
No |
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Largest Helicopter That Can Land |
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Width and Length (m) |
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Surface |
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No specific helipad at the airport, helicopters use the main apron
Airport Infrastructure Details
The airport is provided with Aerodrome control on 124.9MHz from 0400UTC TO 1700UTC otherwise on special request the services can be extended. No Area Control is also provided at the airport
There are two asphalt Runway 10/28 2325m long and 30m wide Aircraft use ILS, VOR, Locator, RNAV and Visual approaches as instructed by ATC. The equipment at the airport is well maintained except for temporary unserviceabilities where NOTAMs are issued. Scheduled maintenance is sometimes difficult due to inadequate resources.
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Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
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Immigration |
yes |
AVGAS 100 |
yes |
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Terminal Building |
yes |
Single Point Refuelling |
no |
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Passenger Terminal |
yes |
Air Starter Units |
yes |
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Cargo terminal |
No |
Ground Power (mobile) |
yes |
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Pax Transport to Airfield |
yes |
Ground Handling Services |
yes |
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Control Tower |
yes |
Latrine Servicing |
yes |
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Weather Facilities |
yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
CAT 7 |
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Catering Services |
yes |
De-icing Equipment |
N/A |
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Base Operating Room |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
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Airport Radar |
no |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
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NDB |
yes |
VOR |
Yes |
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ILS |
yes |
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Airport Operating Details
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Operating Details |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
B738 |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
B738 |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
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Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes / No |
Max Capacity (MT) |
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Max Height (m) |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes / No |
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Other Comments |
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Customs Guidance
Normally, it takes about 15 minutes for customs to be completed. Their offices are located in the main terminal building in the arrival hall. The hours of operation during the normal hours of airport operation (06:00 to 19:00 Local).
For more information on customs in Malawi, please see the following link: www.mra.mw
Storage Facilities
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Operating Details |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
B738 |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
B738 |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
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Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
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Max Height (m) |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Other Comments |
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Navigation Charges
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Charges |
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Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
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0-5000 |
5001 - 20,000 |
20001-70000 |
70001 - 180,000 |
Over 180,000 |
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Navigation Overflight(per journey) USD - $ |
75 |
75 |
75 |
75 |
75 |
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Navigation international Landing(per journey) USD - $ |
40 |
55 |
60 |
75 |
80 |
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Navigation Domestic(per journey) USD - $ |
15 |
20 |
25 |
30 |
45 |
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Night Landing USD - $/Hr or part thereof (extension fee) |
250 |
250 |
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250 |
250 |
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Night Take-Off USD - $/Hr or part thereof (extension fee) |
250 |
250 |
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250 |
250 |
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Parking - $( 24Hrs or part thereof) |
5 |
6 |
9 |
12 |
15 |
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Handling Charges |
450 |
1800 |
2700 |
4500 |
6000 |
Landing Charges
Portion of the maximum all-up weight of the aircraft and charge per single landing: -
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Aircraft weight (kg) |
Charge per 1000kg or part thereof ($) |
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The first 2,000kg |
at US$4.00 per 1,000kg or part thereof; |
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The next 18,000kg |
at US$5.00 per 1,000kg or part thereof; |
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The next 60,000kg |
at US$5.50 per 1,000kg or part thereof; |
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The next 80,000kg |
at US$6.50 per 1,000kg or part thereof; |
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The remainder |
at US$7.00 per 1,000kg or part thereof. |
Fuel Service Charges
PUMA is the only company to offer refuelling services in Malawi, PUMA is reported to provide a full range of Jet A-1, lubricants and AVGAS.
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Price per Litre USD - $ |
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Jet A-1 |
1.33 |
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Avgas |
2.27 |
Cargo Terminal Charges
There is no cargo Terminal at the airport
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Import Charges |
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Type of Charge |
Rate USD - $ per kg |
Comments |
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Handling Charge |
0.15 |
Minimum charge = USD - $25.00 |
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Break Bulk Fee |
Not Applicable |
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Diplomatic Mail |
0.15 |
Minimum charge = USD - $25.00 |
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Strong Room – per consignment |
0.20 |
Minimum charge = USD - $80.00 |
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Cold Storage Fee |
0.18 per day |
Minimum charge = USD - $25.00 No grace period |
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Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours |
Not applicable |
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Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt |
Not applicable |
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Storage per Day – General cargo |
0.10 |
Minimum charge = USD - $20.00 Applicable: 48 hours |
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Export |
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Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo |
0.15 |
Minimum charge = USD - $25.00 |
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International Air Waybill |
15.00 |
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Local Air Waybill |
1000.00 (Mw. Kwacha) |
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Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation |
15.00 |
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Air Way Bill Documentation |
15.00 |
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Diplomatic Mail |
0.15 |
Minimum charge = USD - $25.00 |
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Storage Charges per Day |
0.15 |
Minimum charge = USD - $20.00 |
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Storage Facilities Operating Details |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
B738 |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
738, |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
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Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
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Max Height (m) |
To handle Aircrafts |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Other Comments |
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Air-bridge Charges
There is no air bridge at the airport
Security
Security at the airport is provided by Airport Security Police.
