Gbadolite Airport

FZFD / BDT

Gbadolite, CD

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Gbadolite Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FZFD
IATA Code: BDT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,509 ft MSL

Location

City: Gbadolite
Country: CD
Latitude: 4.252745°
Longitude: 20.975271°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Gbadolite Airport

Overview

Gbadolite Airport is a medium-sized airport located in the Democratic Republic of the Congo at coordinates 4.252745, 20.975271. Situated at an elevation of 1509 feet above mean sea level, the airport serves the Gbadolite region with a substantial runway capable of handling various aircraft types. The airport's primary runway (07/25) measures an impressive 10,499 feet in length and features an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Pilots should anticipate typical equatorial climate conditions characteristic of the region's central African location. The airport's elevation at 1509 feet MSL provides a moderate altitude environment that generally supports stable flying conditions. Temperature and humidity variations can be significant, which may impact aircraft performance, particularly during takeoff and landing.

Notable Features

The airport's extensive runway at 10,499 feet allows for operations of larger aircraft and provides substantial landing and takeoff margins. Its asphalt surface suggests good ground infrastructure for aircraft movements. The geographical positioning in the Democratic Republic of the Congo indicates potential for challenging terrain surrounding the airport, with likely dense vegetation and uneven landscape.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 offers a long approach path suitable for most aircraft categories. Given the runway's length and orientation, pilots should assess prevailing wind conditions to determine optimal landing direction. The airport's elevation and geographic location may require careful wind and terrain assessment during approach and departure procedures.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution

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