2.2.7 Tunisia Sfax Thyna International Airport
Airport Overview
Sfax-Thyna International Airport (IATA code: SFA / ICAO code: DTTX) is a Tunisian airport which serves Sfax and more generally the entire Tunisian Sahel region. Located six kilometers southwest of Sfax, it was put into operation in 1980 and covers an area of 327 hectares on the territory of the municipality of Thyna. Sfax Thyna airport has a 3,000-meter-long runway that can accommodate turboprop, light private jets, intermediate, long-haul and regional aircraft. Also an air base of the Tunisian army, the airport has undergone several extensions and developments, the most important of which remain the development and remodelling of the terminal in 1988, the reinforcement and extension of the runway in 1989, the construction a freight terminal in 1996, the commissioning of new infrastructures (hangar, taxiways, aircraft parking, etc.), the rehabilitation and strengthening of the runway and finally the construction of a new control tower and of a technical block. Like most Tunisian airports, the airport is managed by the Office of Civil Aviation and Airports (OACA).
Sfax Thyna International Airport Website
Airport Location and Contact | |
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Country | Tunisia |
Province or District | Sfax Governorate |
Closest Town or City | Sfax (9 km) |
Airport's Complete Name | Sfax-Thyna International Airport |
Latitude | 34.71778 |
Longitude | 10.69083 |
Elevation | 85 ft / 26 m MSL |
IATA Code | SFA |
ICAO Code | DTTX |
Managing Company or Airport Authority | Office of Civil Aviation and Airports (OACA) |
Management Contact Person |
Sfax Thyna International Airport B.P. 1119 Sfax 3018 Telephone: + 216 74 278 000 Fax: + 216 74 278 359 |
Open from | 24 H |
Open to | 24 H |
Airport Photos
Description and Contact of Key Companies
For information on Tunisia airport contact details, please see the following link: 4.5 Tunisia Airport Company Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: AZ Freight Website
Runways
Sfax-Thyna international airport has one runway for taking off and landing planes (15/33 and 30/45). Its actual accommodation capacity amounts to 2,000,000 travelers per year.
Airplane Parking Area
- Number of posts: 2
- Surface: 12 350 m²
Runway 15 / 33 |
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Runway Dimensions |
9,843 x 148 ft (3,000 x 45 m) |
Orientation |
15 / 33 |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Helicopter Pad(s)
Area delimited by GPS coordinates 34°43'25.5"N 10°41'33.9"E
Helipad #1 |
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Present (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Largest helicopter that can land |
Yes |
Width and Length (metres) |
N/A |
Surface |
N/A |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Technical description
- Date of commissioning: 1980
- Airport area: 327 Ha
- Passenger terminal capacity: 2,000,000 Pax / year
- Terminal area: 8,000 m²
- Geographical location: 6 kms south west of Sfax
- Climate of the region: (C °) January: min. 5.6 max. 16.7 (C °) July: min 19.9 max. 32.1
- ARINC: DTTXYDYX
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
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Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
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 |
Yes |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
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Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2019 |
Annual Figures |
Monthly |
Daily |
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Total aircraft movements |
Approx. 3116 |
256.66 |
8.65 |
Total passengers |
Approx. 2,000,000 |
500,000 |
16,666 |
Total capacity of the airport (metric tonnes) |
38,000 |
3,166 |
105.55 |
Current activity of the airport (metric tonnes) |
38,000 |
3,166 |
105.55 |
Current use by Humanitarian flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
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Maximum sized aircraft which can be offloaded on bulk cargo |
No Restrictions |
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Maximum sized aircraft that can be offloaded on pallet |
No Restrictions |
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Total aircraft parking area (m²) |
12 350 m² |
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Storage Area (mt) |
38 MT |
Cubic Meters (m³) |
38,000 |
Cargo Handling Equipment Available (Yes / No) |
Yes |
If "Yes" specify below |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Max Capacity (Mt) |
25 |
Can elevators / hi loaders reach the upper level of a B747 (Yes / No) |
Yes |
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Loading Ramps (Yes / No) |
Yes |
Storage Facilities
Capacity: 38tonnes, Warehouse 6100m² Bonded Warehouse, Transit Zone, Mechanical Handling, Air-Conditioned Storage, Refrigerated Storage, Deep Freeze Storage, Mortuary, Animal Quarantine, Health Officials, Security for Valuables, Fumigation Equipment, Dangerous Goods, Radioactive Goods, Heavy Cargo, Express/Courier Centre, Cargo Terminal, Handling Equipment
Airfield Cost
Navigation Charges
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
Landing USD - $ |
Night Landing USD - $ |
Night Take-Off USD - $ |
Parking |
Handling Charges |
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0 |
7,000 |
- |
50 |
60 |
60 |
1.50 USD per HR |
- |
7,001 |
136,000 |
- |
1100.5 |
60 |
60 |
30 USD per HR |
- |
136,001 |
and over |
- |
2600 |
60 |
60 |
70 USD per HR |
- |
Note 1: Night landing hours are between 18h00 – 06H00 hours. Note 2: Parking charges are for each 1 hours or part therof $0.4 from the second hour. Note 3: All of these charges are administered by the OACA and are the same for all airports. |
Fuel Services Charges
The costs of refueling JET A1 is provided only to customers at signatory of contract. SNDP is also present at Enfidha airport through the Aviation Fuel Storage Company "SSCA" in which it holds 35% of its capital. The product JET A1 in Tunisia meets the requirements of the specifications imposed in the Aviation Fuel Quality Requirement for Operated System (AFQRJOS). All depots apply the international regulations in force, in particular the IATA regulations on aircraft safety and refueling. Two types of payment are acceptable by the Companies whether by CASH or by CREDIT. When it’s agreed to pay by credit, the customer should deposit a certain amount which varies according the quantity the customer will consume per week/month, etc.
Price per Unit |
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Jet A-1 |
1.47 USD / LTR |
Avgas |
Grade 100 LL , 3.03 USD |
Cargo Terminal Charges
Import |
Rate US$ / kg |
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Handling Charge per kg |
$0.6 per Kg |
Break Bulk Fee |
n/a |
Diplomatic Mail |
n/a |
Strong Room – per consignment |
n/a |
Cold Storage Fee |
n/a |
Delivery outside normal working hours |
06h00 -17h30 |
Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt |
n/a |
Storage per kg per day – Grace period? hours |
n/a |
Export |
Rate US$ / kg |
Handling charges – Unpalletized cargo |
n/a |
International Air WayBill |
$25 per AWB |
Local Air WayBill |
n/a |
Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation |
n/a |
Air Way Bill Documentation |
n/a |
Diplomatic Mail |
n/a |
Storage charges per kg per day |
n/a |
Air-bridge Charges
The air bridge is authorized by the airport authority and is determined by the concession which variable from $ 100 to $110 for International Flights. The aircraft exempted to pay are the one making stopovers by exceptional cases.
Security
Code IATA: TUN/SFA LEVEL SAFETY FIRE AND RESCUE PROTECTION,
- FIRE AND RESCUE SAFETY PROTECTION LEVEL
- ICAO recommended level: 8
- Level provided by the OACA: 8
- Mass attack vehicles: 3