What is the tower frequency at DABB?

The tower frequency at Rabah Bitat is 118.7 MHz.

Does DABB require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Rabah Bitat (Algeria).

Does DABB require slots or PPR?

PPR is required at Rabah Bitat.

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Rabah Bitat

Rabah Bitat (DABB/AAE) serves Annaba, Algeria. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (05/23, 18/36). Field elevation is 16 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: DABB
Name: Rabah Bitat
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 36.826782
Longitude: 7.81334
Elevation: 16 ft
Country: Algeria
Municipality: Annaba
IATA Code: AAE
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Africa/Algiers
Distance from City: 9.5 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05/23

Designation: 05/23
Dimensions: 7513 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 18/36

Designation: 18/36
Dimensions: 9843 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.700 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: Yes
PPR Contact: Constantine Airport Operations
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx DZD 2000/ton
Parking Fee: DZD 1000/ton per 24h
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: DZD
Remarks: EGSA fees. Constantine is a regional hub in eastern Algeria.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Naftal fuel supplier. May require advance fuel order for large quantities.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International airport. Visa required for most nationalities. Apply in advance.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: No curfew. Prior permission required for private flights in Algerian airspace.

Alternates

DTKA

ICAO: DTKA
Name: Ain Draham
Distance (NM): 51.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

DABC

ICAO: DABC
Name: Mohamed Boudiaf
Distance (NM): 66.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

DABS

ICAO: DABS
Name: Cheikh Larbi Tebessi
Distance (NM): 85.1
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

DAAV

ICAO: DAAV
Name: Ferhat Abbas
Distance (NM): 93.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

DABT

ICAO: DABT
Name: Mostepha Ben Boulaid
Distance (NM): 97.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

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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Nearby Airports

DTKA Ain Draham 52 NM DAEO Oum El Bouaghi Air Base 63 NM DABC Mohamed Boudiaf 66 NM DAAM Telerghma Airport 82 NM DABS Cheikh Larbi Tebessi 85 NM DAAV Ferhat Abbas 93 NM DABT Mostepha Ben Boulaid 97 NM DTTB Bizerte Sidi Ahmed Air Base 98 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at DABB?: The tower frequency at Rabah Bitat is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at DABB?: Rabah Bitat offers Jet A-1.
Does DABB require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Rabah Bitat (Algeria).
Does DABB require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Rabah Bitat.

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