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Cheikh Larbi Tebessi (DABS/TEE) — Tebessa, Algeria

Cheikh Larbi Tebessi (DABS/TEE) serves Tebessa, Algeria. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (11/29, 12/30). Field elevation is 2661 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 0/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 5/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: DABS
  • Name: Cheikh Larbi Tebessi
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 35.431599
  • Longitude: 8.12072
  • Elevation: 2661 ft
  • Country: Algeria
  • Municipality: Tebessa
  • IATA Code: TEE
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Africa/Algiers
  • Distance from City: 3.1 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 11/29

  • Designation: 11/29
  • Dimensions: 9843 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 12/30

  • Designation: 12/30
  • Dimensions: 7874 X 98
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.100 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

DTTF

  • ICAO: DTTF
  • Name: Ksar
  • Distance (NM): 69.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: International airport of entry

DABB

  • ICAO: DABB
  • Name: Rabah Bitat
  • Distance (NM): 85.1
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: International airport. Visa required for most nationalities. Apply in advance.

DABC

  • ICAO: DABC
  • Name: Mohamed Boudiaf
  • Distance (NM): 88.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

DTTZ

  • ICAO: DTTZ
  • Name: Nefta
  • Distance (NM): 89.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Immigration card required on arrival. Landing permit may be required for private/charter flights — contact OACA or handler in advance

DABT

  • ICAO: DABT
  • Name: Mostepha Ben Boulaid
  • Distance (NM): 90.5
  • 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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Active NOTAMs

A0844/26 caution
Runway restriction
RWY 12 READ ASDA 2500M INSTEAD OF 2475M REF AIP ALGERIA PAGE: AD2 DABS-AOC1
2026-03-11 10:36:00 Until further notice
A2192/26 info
TWY DELTA (D) LGT U/S
2026-07-17 07:35:00 2026-08-17 09:30:00
A2071/26 info
WIP ON RWY 11/29 EDGES. MEN AND EQPT PRESENCE CAUTION ADVISED. FLW TWR INSTRUCTIONS.
2026-07-03 06:51:00 2026-08-03 08:45:00

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at DABS?
The tower frequency at Cheikh Larbi Tebessi is 118.1 MHz.
Does DABS require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Cheikh Larbi Tebessi (Algeria).
Where is DABS located?
Cheikh Larbi Tebessi (DABS) is located in Tebessa, Algeria.
What is the IATA code for DABS?
The IATA code for Cheikh Larbi Tebessi is TEE.
How long is the runway at DABS?
The main runway at Cheikh Larbi Tebessi (11/29) measures 9843 X 148.