Benin - 2.2 Aviation
Benin Aviation
Link map and list of Benin Airports. The National Agency of Civil Aviation (ANAC) was created in the Republic of Benin, by decree N ° 2004-598 of October 29, 2004, replacing the Civil Aviation Directorate (DAC). It’s a public administrative and technical institution. It has moral personality and financial autonomy. ANAC is placed under the supervision of the Minister of Civil Aviation with strictly independent of the structures it controls, on behalf of the Rep of Benin.
ANAC oversees ensuring, on behalf of the state, regulatory and control missions in the field of civil aviation. Thus, it provides benefits for the state even if some of them are paid, they go into the account of the state. However, she is not compelled to make profits. It only ensures the sovereign functions in civil aviation. In addition, it defines and executes state policy and represents it with all international civil aviation organizations. It also controls all airlines operating on the territory of the Republic of Benin, both domestic operators and foreign operators (regional and international) by granting them authorization and approval.
Benin Government Contact – ANAC:
Airport names shown in bold indicate the airport has scheduled service on commercial airlines.
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DJA |
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KDC |
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NAE |
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DBBP |
PKO |
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DBBO |
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DBBS |
SVF |
Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft
The application for the operating license of a foreign airline is handled in accordance with each company which is invited to appropriate. All the necessary guidelines and form could be found at the ANAC official platform.
The same rules apply to chartered flights and humanitarian flights. The company wishing to serve Cotonou must be designated by its Civil Aviation Authority of tutelage to the ANAC Benin. It must also take the necessary steps near its Authority so that the said designation is notified to the ANAC Benin through the diplomatic channel.
In addition, the company must complete this questionnaire carefully so that its file can be studied. In the said questionnaire, it is requested to attach certain valid documents. These documents (Copy of the articles of association, the commercial register, the PEA or AOC, the air operator's authorization or the company's operating license, certificates of airworthiness, registration, noise limitation, radio station, insurance of each aircraft, etc.) must be provided to facilitate the study of the company's file. It is important to specify that at the end of the documentary phase, the company must undergo, in accordance with the national regulations in force, an inspection at its base. If the inspection reveals no major discrepancy, it is authorized by a Decision of the Director General of ANAC. As part of the renewal of the operating authorization of a foreign airline, it must fill out the aircraft authorization application form , print it and submit it to the ANAC Benin for study. Any renewal of the operating license of a foreign airline must be requested no later than three (03) months before the expiry of the current authorization.
The aircraft authorization that usually accompanies the company's operating decision cannot, in any case, be valid for more than the company's PEA / AOC for which the company's authorized operating license is mentioned. For any difficulty or any need for clarification, do not hesitate to contact the competent services of ANAC who are at your service for a safe, orderly and prosperous civil aviation.
UEMOA Zone Community Membership regulations:
National Regulations:
Benin has a new Civil and Commercial Aviation Code. The code replaces the 1963 Ordinance, which was previously used as a basic document.
There are also new decrees; arrested, decisions, Aeronautical Regulations of Benin (RAB), and Procedure
Some application documents:
Procedure Overview / Landing:
General Rules
The National Agency of Civil Aviation of Benin (ANAC - Benin) authorizes any overflight of the Beninese national territory or any landing on any of the aerodromes open to the international air traffic in Benin that under precise conditions and in close relationship with the Military Cabinet. As such, any request for overflight and landing must be sent to the ANAC within a strict deadline of at least 72 HOURS before the scheduled date of operation to allow for a processing and a procedure of checks and controls in force.
All requests must be made during the working days of service at the ANAC - Benin as follows: from Monday to Friday (except holidays in Benin). from 8:00 to 12:30 and 15:00 to 18:30 (GMT + 1).
IMPORTANT NOTE:
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Weekends and holidays: In addition to the days declared "public" in the Republic of Benin, no permanence is available at the ANAC - Benin weekends (Saturday and Sunday).
As such, all the necessary provisions must be made by the operators to get possession of their overflight and landing numbers during the working days and hours of service specified above.
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Specific case of EVASAN or "ambulance" aircraft: For specific cases of "ambulance" or "EVASAN" flights, subsequent special provisions derogating from point "1" of the "NB" will be published later.
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Contacts and email to apply for overflight and landing
Any request for overflight or landing must be addressed to ANAC Benin through one of the following modes: Phone: (+229) 21.30.92.17, Fax. (+229) 21.30.45.71, Email: clearance@anac.bj , Or directly online.
Benin - 2.2.1 Cardinal Bernardin Gantin International Airport of Cotonou
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Handling Charge per kg |
High Intensity -Cotonou, Airport 83,000 XOF / MT for aircraft of 75 tonnes or less 108,000 XOF / MT for Aircraft over 75 tonnes Low Intensity 40,500 XOF /MT |
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Break Bulk Fee |
50 XOF/Kg |
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Diplomatic Mail |
Free |
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Strong Room – per consignment |
yes |
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Cold Storage Fee |
No |
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Delivery outside normal working hours |
21% |
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Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt |
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Storage per kg per day – Grace period? hours |
Maxi 5 working days |
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Export |
Rate US$ / kg |
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Handling charges – Unpalletized cargo |
132/Mt |
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International Air WayBill |
?? |
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Local Air WayBill |
?? |
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Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation |
N/A |
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Air Way Bill Documentation |
?? |
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Diplomatic Mail |
Free |
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Storage charges per kg per day |
50 XOF/Kg |
Air-bridge Charges
The Air-bridges are not available at the airport. It has been directly negotiated directly by PIA.
Security
The security of the airport premises is ensured by the National Air Police agents who are also in charge of the safety of the interior. The level of security procedures is fair. CCTV is being installed in the airport premises. Scanning machines are available at the airport. The airport is fenced and guarded by security agents. Outing Gate Payment materials are being installed.
Companies Available
COTONOU AIRPORT LINK TO COMPANY CONTACT LIST.
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Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
Landing USD - $ |
Night Landing USD - $ |
Night Take-Off USD - $ |
Parking |
Handling Charges |
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7,001
136,001 |
7,000
136,000
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Maximum take-off weight in Certificate of Airworthiness and distance flown. For MTOW up to 14 tonnes, the charge payable is fixed at the rate of EUR 211.69 on international flights, EUR 88.14 on national flights and 84.99 on regional flights |
International First 25 tonnes: 2 616 XOF / MT From the 26th to the 75th tonne: 5 229 XOF / MT From the 76th to the l50th tonne: 7 397 XOF / MT Over 150 tonnes: 6 945 XOF / MT Domestic First 14 tonnes: 572 (min 1 439) XOF / MT From the l5th to the 25th tonne: 2 113 XOF / MT From the 26th to the 75th tonne: 4 218 XOF / MT From the 76th to the l50th tonne: 5 333 XOF / MT Over 150 tonnes: 4 984 XOF / MT Tourist aircraft weighing 2 tonnes or less: 1 439 XOF / MT |
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PARKING CHARGES First two hours free; thereafter: Aircraft Weight x hours x tariff: Tariff on traffic Aprons: 50 XOF x Tariff other areas: 25 XOF |
High Intensity (at Niamey airport only) 83 746 F CFA / MT for aircraft of 75 tonnes or less 106 079 F CFA / MT for Aircraft over 75 tonnes Low Intensity 41 876 F CFA /MT |
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Fuel Services Charges
The SONACOP is the sole provider of the fuel services at the airport. The price of Jet A-1 varies if it is for a domestic flight or an international flight.
KER (JET A1): Flow 135 M3/H Capacity 760 M3. Payment in € and US$ or FCFACORLAY BENIN (MRS): KER (JET A1): Flow 180 M3/H Capacity 530 M3 - KER (JET A1): PUMA ENERGY BENIN. Flow 120 M3/H - Capacity 685 M3. Payment cash in US$ and € or FCFA. Payment by credit cards (UVAIR/WORLD FUEL SERVICES). Services period: 24 hours /24 - 7days /7. 24HR for volume upper above 465 M3Payment in € - US$ or FCFA. Credit cards (UVAIR). Card MRS, world fuel accepted only by service CORLAY-BENIN (MRS). Types of the fuel are KER (JET A1): CORLAY-BENIN (MRS), PUMA ENERGY BENIN et SONACOP
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Jet A-1 |
1.1410/Litre |
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Avgas |
0.97/Litre |
Cargo Terminal Charges
For all the cargo terminal charges, it is preferable to negotiate directly with SOGEAC and obtain a quotation. Other charges that could be included are:
Passenger Service Charges of $26 from Africa to $31 Out of Africa
Passenger Security Charge of $5
ASU is $128.06 per start
Baggage Recognition of $248
Infrastructure Charge of $25 per Passenger
GPU: the first hour is $193 and is $96 from the second hour
Passengers Transportation of $41 per flight
Toilets servicing of $96.29
