What is the tower frequency at DAAV?

The tower frequency at Ferhat Abbas is 119.7 MHz.

Does DAAV require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Ferhat Abbas (Algeria).

Where is DAAV located?

Ferhat Abbas (DAAV) is located in Jijel, Algeria.

What is the IATA code for DAAV?

The IATA code for Ferhat Abbas is GJL.

How long is the runway at DAAV?

The main runway at Ferhat Abbas (17/35) measures 7874 X 148.

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Ferhat Abbas (DAAV/GJL) — Jijel, Algeria

Ferhat Abbas (DAAV/GJL) serves Jijel, Algeria. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (17/35). Field elevation is 36 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

Missing: Operations, Fuel, Contacts

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

Observed Activity · Jul 23

1 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 1 on the ground · busiest hour 16:00Z

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-04-02

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: DAAV
Name: Ferhat Abbas
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 36.795101
Longitude: 5.87361
Elevation: 36 ft
Country: Algeria
Municipality: Jijel
IATA Code: GJL
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Africa/Algiers
Distance from City: 9.4 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 17/35

Designation: 17/35
Dimensions: 7874 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 119.700 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday N/A

Tuesday N/A

Wednesday N/A

Thursday N/A

Friday N/A

Saturday N/A

Sunday 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

DAAE

ICAO: DAAE
Name: Soummam-Abane Ramdane
Distance (NM): 39.0
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

DAAS

ICAO: DAAS
Name: 8 Mai 45
Distance (NM): 45.6
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International airport. Visa required for most nationalities. Apply at Algerian consulate in advance.

DABC

ICAO: DABC
Name: Mohamed Boudiaf
Distance (NM): 47.6
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

DABT

ICAO: DABT
Name: Mostepha Ben Boulaid
Distance (NM): 66.1
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

DABB

ICAO: DABB
Name: Rabah Bitat
Distance (NM): 93.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International airport. Visa required for most nationalities. Apply in advance.

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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Active NOTAMs

A1715/26 caution

Obstacle erected

OBST ERECTED ( PYLON ) -PSN : 364613.1N 0055242.3E -HGT : 24.03 M -ALT ON TOP : 40M -MARKED AND NOT LGTD

2026-05-28 07:21:00 2026-08-20 08:00:00

A2064/26 info

FIREFIGHTING AND RESCUE DOWNGRADED TO CAT 5 DUE TO TRUCK VSA51 U/S

2026-07-02 07:15:00 2026-08-05 08:30:00

A1984/26 info

FREQ GHANGED DUE TO OPERATIONAL NEED: 119.1 CHANGED TO 119.7 119.7(S) CHANGED TO 119.1(S)

2026-06-23 07:06:00 2026-08-23 08:30:00

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Nearby Airports

DAAE Soummam-Abane Ramdane 39 NM DAAS 8 Mai 45 46 NM DAAM Telerghma Airport 48 NM DABC Mohamed Boudiaf 48 NM DABT Mostepha Ben Boulaid 66 NM DAEO Oum El Bouaghi Air Base 87 NM DABB Rabah Bitat 93 NM DAAD Bou Saada Airport 119 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at DAAV?: The tower frequency at Ferhat Abbas is 119.7 MHz.
Does DAAV require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Ferhat Abbas (Algeria).
Where is DAAV located?: Ferhat Abbas (DAAV) is located in Jijel, Algeria.
What is the IATA code for DAAV?: The IATA code for Ferhat Abbas is GJL.
How long is the runway at DAAV?: The main runway at Ferhat Abbas (17/35) measures 7874 X 148.

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