Gambia Banjul International Airport
The Banjul International airport has the capacity to handle different sizes of planes the largest of which is the Boeing 747. The airport is location in Yundum village in the West coast Region with coordinates LAT N132033.0821 LONG W 0163928.1307. It has an elevation of 93Feet above mean sea level. In accordance with the Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP), there are no obstructions in the approach and take/off areas. Generally the weather in The Gambia is based on two seasons with temperatures ranging from minimum from 17degcelcius to 36 deg Celsius. Normally there can be strong winds during the rainy season which starts from June to October.
The Navy accessible to all African countries, Europe and Amgational Aids are the DVOR/DME, NDB, ILS There is 24 hours lighting available and a secondary power supply which conforms to ICAO requirements. The airport is operational 24 hours daily and 7 days a week and operational staff work on shifts duties. At the moment relief aircraft can be Accommodated during daytime and this can have the effect of less cost as night involve higher costs due lighting.
The passenger throughput during 2008 was which shows that the airport can be much more utilized. There are a total of 41 flights per week during the peak period of the tourist season which are mainly charter flights from Europe. The number of flights can drop to as low as during the off-peak season. There are 3 regular flights linking the Gambia with the rest of the World.
Location Details | |||
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Country | The Gambia | Latitude | 13.33796 |
Province / District | Kombo North | Longitude | -16.65221 |
Town or City (Closest) | Banjul (24 Km) | Elevation (ft and m) | n/a |
Airfield Name | Banjul International Airport | IATA and ICAO Codes | BJL / GBYD |
Open From (hours) | 00:00 | Open To (hours) | 00:00 |
NOTE:
The airport is located about 30 minutes from the WFP office in Cape Point, Bakau. This is only 17 km away and this distance to and from can be covered with less than 5 liters of fuel. When the roads are clear it can take about 15 minutes.
Busiest time is from 1 pm till 6 pm. However, these are mainly tourist flights, and there is still room for extra flights to come in.
Runways
Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
3600m x 45m |
Orientation |
14/32 (one runway) |
Surface |
Asphalt, Pavement class 80 |
Helicopter Pad(s)
No helicopter pads exist at Gambia Banjul International Airport
Airport Infrastructure Details
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
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Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
n/a |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax transport to airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
n/a |
Base Operating Room |
n/a |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
n/a |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
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Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
There are three bonded warehouses at the airport rented from the Gambia Civil Aviation Authority (GRA), Red Coat and The Gambia International Airlines (GIA) respectively. The two handling Freight agencies are GIA and Red Coat and they handle up to metric tons yearly although it was reported that in the past year, there had experience a sharp decrease in fright handled which they attribute to global financial crisis. The warehouse capacity is approximately 1000 metric tons and is reported that arrangements could be made with the responsible authorities in case of WFP requirements.
The airport has the capacity to accommodate more flights both for passenger and freight services. GCCA being the responsible authority need to market its facilities to attract more air traffic to the country.
Performance for 2011 |
Annual Figures |
Monthly | Daily |
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Total aircraft movements |
Int.l Schedule 1767 / Int.l Non Schedule 1704 : Total 3471 |
n/a | n/a |
Total passengers |
n/a |
n/a | n/a |
Total capacity of the airport (metric tonnes) |
42,000 tons yearly and 3,500 tons per month. |
872 tons of cargo and 3,348 tons of mail | n/a |
Current activity of the airport (metric tonnes) |
n/a |
n/a | n/a |
Current use by Humanitarian flights (UNHAS) |
None at the moment but facility can be made available for WFP in case of emergency. | n/a | n/a |
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details | |||
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Maximum sized aircraft which can be offloaded on bulk cargo: | Boeing 767, AN24, B757, ATR42, ATR72, DC9, B737, A320. | ||
Maximum sized aircraft that can be offloaded on pallet | A330, DC10, B747, LI011, B727,A321 | ||
Total aircraft parking area (m²) | 45 | ||
Storage Area (mt) | 200,000 | Cubic Meters (m³) | n/a |
Cargo Handling Equipment Available (Yes / No) | Yes | If "Yes" specify below | |
Elevators / Hi Loaders (Yes / No) | Yes | Max Capacity (mt) | 6.8 |
Can elevators / hi loaders reach the upper level of a B747 (Yes / No) | Yes type c30 | ||
Loading Ramps (Yes / No) |
3 high main deck loaders all in good working condition 5 baggage Convey belt loaders 3 fork lift trucks 5 tractors Dollies enough for as 747 4 belt loaders |
Storage Facilities
The storage facility space occupied by both GIA and Redcoat is rented from the Gambia Civil Aviation authority (GCAA). The warehouses are in good condition and well ventilated and equipped with forklifts and pump trucks. There will be enough space for WFP use in case it is required for future use. As can be seen below there are sheds which can also be used for storage during the dry season. There are plans by GIA to build a modern cargo complex in Banjul International Airport to expand on the existing capacity. This is expected to begin by the end of 2011.
Airfield Cost
GIA is the only specialized institution authorized to provide ground handling services for aircraft traffic. They work 24 hours a day and 7 days a week through out the year and can handle up to Boeing 767 capacity aircraft. Handling cost would include checking in of passengers, ramp handling i.e. Loading/offloading of baggage and the use of all ground handling equipment such as generator sets when required etc.
Navigation Charges
CAT. | MTOW / PAX CONFIG. | Scheduled / Charter -Pounds (GBP)/Ton |
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A1 | UP TO 15 TONS | 164.00 / 182.00 |
A2 | 16-30 | 183.00 / 203.00 |
A3 | 31-50 | 204.00 / 226.00 |
B4 | 6-25 TONS | 235.00 / 261.00 |
B5 | 76-100 | 262.00 / 291.00 |
C6 | 26-80 TONS | 634.00 / 704.00 |
C7 | 126-150 | 705.00 / 783.00 |
C8 | 151-175 | 784.00 / 871.00 |
C9 | 176-200 | 872.00 / 969.00 |
D10 | 201-250 | 1255.00 / 1395.00 |
D11 | 251-350 | 1395.00 / 1550.00 |
E |
170 TONS & OVER 351 & OVER |
1744.00 / 1938 |
Adhoc flight operations will be charged 1.50% of the basic rate above the appropriate category.
Handling on Sunday, Public Holidays and between 1900z and 0700z will incur a 25% surcharge.
The following additional or separate services would attract the charges as indicated:
- Pushback GBP 170.00 per use (not in use in the Gambia yet).
- GPU / ASU GBP 50.00 per hour of part thereof
- Crew / Transport GBP 50.00 per crew bus per mover
- Passenger transport GBP 50.00 for schedule / GBP 80.00 for Charter
Parking, Navigation and Landing Charges | ||
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Landing |
0 - 24.99 Tones 25 - 74.99 Tones 75 – 100 Tones
>100 Tones
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GBP 1.50 * Ton GBP 3.00 * Ton GBP 4.50 * Ton GBP 4.00 * Ton |
Parking | GBP 0.43 * Ton | |
Lighting |
0 - 24.99 Tones, 1 Way 25 - 74.99 Tones, 1 Way 75 – 100 Tones, 1 Way >100 Tones, 1 Way |
GBP 1.20 * Ton GBP 1,60 * Ton GBP 0.75 * Ton GBP 0,95 * Ton |
Passenger Charges |
Passenger Service Security Charges |
GBP 10 .00 * pax GBP 1.50 * Pax |
The information provided in the above table was taken from the old DLCA and adjusted to suit the format of the new LCA
Fuel Services Charges
Price per Unit | |
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Jet A-1 | 0.02 * lt US$ |
Avgas | n/a |
Prices correct as of 01 Nov 2011
Cargo Terminal Charges
Cargo Handling Storage | ||
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Cargo handling costs | GMD 525.00 between 1-100kg and above 100kg its GMD5.25dalais daily GMD1.10 per kilo storage a day with Redcoat company. | Redcoat |
- | For the case of GIA which is a government institution, costs are much lower for example costs are GMD220 between 1-100kg and for any additional kgs its GMD 2.2/kg | GIA |
There are two cargo handling agents based at the Banjul International Airport namely The Gambia International Airlines (GIA) and Redcoat respectively. In addition to ground handling GIA also provide storage facility with a warehouse that can accommodate approximately 1,220 tons of freight yearly. The first one week is free storage for their customers and thereafter the charge is GMD1.10 per kg per day is levied on items that are not cleared.
Redcoat operate a bonded warehouse which is 276m sq, is divided into ten bays where customer freight are stored. Customers are allowed five days free storae after which a storage charge of GMD 2.00 per day per kilo is levied to those who do not collect their baggage. Equipment owner by Redcoat included 1forklift, 2trollies and 4 pump trucks.
Security
Level: Good
There are good security measures in place there have been no lapses in security issues and no terrorist threats at the airport. The airport is compliant with US security standards. The airport meets FAA/TAA standards.
Companies Available
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: AZ Freight information on Gambia
For information on Gambia Banul International Airport contact details, please see the following link:
4.4 Gambia Airport Company Contact List
For information on Gambia Banul International Airport additional details, please see the following document:
Gambia Banjul International Airport Additional Details
Note: The information provided in the attached documents, which has been taken from the old DLCA, does not match the structure of the new LCA and is therefore provided separately.