Airport Overview
The airport is generally in good condition as it is used as the main base for drone operations in Malawi. Operations into and out of the aerodrome must broadcasting on 118.1Mhz to avoid conflicting with drone operations and other traffic. The Airport is centre point of the drone corridor in Malawi though with no provision of airport security, only local guards available and for additional security to contact police within Kasungu municipality.
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Malawi |
Province or District |
Kasungu |
Nearest Town or City |
Kasungu 4.2km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Kasungu National Airport |
Latitude |
13.01444 |
Longitude |
33.46833 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
3,330’ |
IATA Code |
KBQ |
ICAO Code |
FWKG |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL AVIATION |
Management Contact Person |
SAMUEL C. KALUA |
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
n/a |
Runway(s)
Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
1,200m x 17m |
Runway Orientation |
08/26 |
Runway Surface |
Slurry seal Bitumen |
Runway Condition |
Fair |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
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Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
Refuelling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
Yes |
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Fuel Services Charges
No fuel at the airport
Price per Litre USD - $ |
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Jet A-1 |
N/A |
Avgas |
N/A |
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
No fees applicable with regards to this aerodrome.