M'Poko (FEFF/BGF) — Bangui, Central African Republic
M'Poko (FEFF/BGF) serves Bangui, Central African Republic. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (16/34). Field elevation is 1208 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: FEFF
- Name: M'Poko
- Type: medium_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 4.39848
- Longitude: 18.518801
- Elevation: 1208 ft
- Country: Central African Republic
- Municipality: Bangui
- IATA Code: BGF
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: FCCC
- Timezone: Africa/Bangui
- Distance from City: 7.0 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 16/34
- Designation: 16/34
- Dimensions: 8530 X 148
- Surface: Asphaltic concrete
- PCN: 47/F/B/W/T
- Lighting: HIRL, Approach lights CAT I 900m (RWY 34), REIL both ends, blue taxiway lights
- NAVAIDs: VOR-DME (MPK 117.3), NDB (BN 265.5), ILS CAT I (RWY 34)
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME, NDB
- Remarks: TORA/LDA 2600m, TODA 2660m, ASDA 2640m. Grass backup strip 2000m x 50m. U-turn prohibited for ACFT >40t. B747 turnaround system available QFU 34/16. Bilateral radio mandatory.
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Frequencies
- Tower: 119.700 MHz
- Ground: N/A
- Operations: 6559.000, 8903.000, 5493.000, 24.000 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 119.700, 2.000 MHz
- ATIS: N/A
Operation Hours
M'Poko operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Tower and ATS H24. Administration 0730-1530 local (UTC+1) weekdays.
Contacts
- AIS Tel: +236 72187128
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +236 21613380
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: https://www.aeroport-bangui.com
- Remarks: Additional phones: +236 21615250, +236 21615265. Mobile: +236 72187159. Fax: +236 21614918. AFTN: FEFFYDYX. INMARSAT: +870 772213442
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: +236 21613380 / +236 21615250 / +236 21615265, Mobile: +236 72187159, Fax: +236 21614918, AFTN: FEFFYDYX. Primary handler AHS: +236 70015141
- Remarks: Non-regular flights require 3-hour minimum advance notice for navigation protection. Landing permits may be required for private/non-revenue flights.
Customs
- Open: 06:30
- Close: 14:30
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: Yes
- Remarks: 0730-1530 local (UTC+1) Mon-Fri. Available on request outside these hours. Health services same schedule.
Fees
- Landing Fee: International: 3181 XAF/t (first 25t), 6359 XAF/t (26-75t), 8899 XAF/t (76-150t), 8954 XAF/t (150t+); min 6405 XAF
- Parking Fee: 60 XAF per tonne per hour
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: XAF
- Remarks: Landing fees are ASECNA rates for international traffic at Bangui. Domestic rates lower. First 2 hours parking free. Lighting fee: 131.50 EUR (≤75t) or 166.57 EUR (>75t). Private ACFT ≤2t: 1867 XAF/t. Airport extension fee: 13000 XAF per movement per 2h block.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-04
- Remarks: H24 availability. Refueler capacity: 20m³ and 35m³ trucks at 22L/s. Storage 300m³. Fuel surcharge 7.00 XAF/liter. Supplier: Air Total. Must pre-arrange; landlocked country, fuel imported overland.
- Fuel Type: 100LL
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-04
- Remarks: Limited availability. Refueler 2,500L capacity at 3L/s. Fuel surcharge 7.00 XAF/liter.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: International airport. Visa required for most nationalities. MINUSCA/UN presence. Check security situation before travel.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: N/A
- Remarks: No published curfew. U-turn on runway prohibited for aircraft >40 tonnes. Bilateral radio communications mandatory. Fire category 8 (H24). CTR Class C, 15 NM radius, floor 900m, transition altitude 4200 ft. Security situation variable — check NOTAMs.
Alternates
FEFT
- ICAO: FEFT
- Name: Berberati
- Distance (NM): 163.7
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: No
- Immigration Remarks: Not a designated port of entry. International arrivals must clear customs/immigration at Bangui M'Poko (FEFF). Yellow fever vaccination certificate required for entry into Central African Republic.
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at FEFF?
- The tower frequency at M'Poko is 119.7 MHz.
- What fuel is available at FEFF?
- M'Poko offers JET A-1, 100LL.
- Is customs available at FEFF?
- Yes, customs at M'Poko is available from 06:30 to 14:30.
- Where is FEFF located?
- M'Poko (FEFF) is located in Bangui, Central African Republic.
- What is the IATA code for FEFF?
- The IATA code for M'Poko is BGF.
- How long is the runway at FEFF?
- The main runway at M'Poko (16/34) measures 8530 X 148.
- Does FEFF have an ILS approach?
- Yes, M'Poko has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 16/34.
- Is FEFF a port of entry?
- Yes, M'Poko is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.