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Soummam-Abane Ramdane

Soummam-Abane Ramdane (DAAE/BJA) serves Bejaia, Algeria. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (08/26). Field elevation is 20 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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69% Data Complete 36 of 52 points
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Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 1/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 0/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 5/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: DAAE
  • Name: Soummam-Abane Ramdane
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 36.711952
  • Longitude: 5.069804
  • Elevation: 20 ft
  • Country: Algeria
  • Municipality: Bejaia
  • IATA Code: BJA
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Africa/Algiers
  • Distance from City: 4.4 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 08/26

  • Designation: 08/26
  • Dimensions: 7874 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.900 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: No
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Alternates

DAAS

  • ICAO: DAAS
  • Name: 8 Mai 45
  • Distance (NM): 34.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: International airport. Visa required for most nationalities. Apply at Algerian consulate in advance.

DAAV

  • ICAO: DAAV
  • Name: Ferhat Abbas
  • Distance (NM): 39.0
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

DABC

  • ICAO: DABC
  • Name: Mohamed Boudiaf
  • Distance (NM): 79.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

DABT

  • ICAO: DABT
  • Name: Mostepha Ben Boulaid
  • Distance (NM): 83.2
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

DAAG

  • ICAO: DAAG
  • Name: Houari Boumediene
  • Distance (NM): 89.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ. Algeria requires visa for most nationalities; must be obtained in advance. No visa on arrival.

Airport Services

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Algeria Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 3d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: Minimum 48-72 working hours before departure
  • Landing Lead Time: Minimum 72 working hours before departure
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require full permits. Same lead time requirements. CAA closed Friday-Saturday may affect processing.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at DAAE?
The tower frequency at Soummam-Abane Ramdane is 118.9 MHz.
Does DAAE require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Soummam-Abane Ramdane (Algeria).