What are the operating hours of FOON?

M'Vengue operates from 06:00 to 18:00 (on request).

What is the tower frequency at FOON?

The tower frequency at M'Vengue is 118.2 MHz.

Is customs available at FOON?

Yes, customs at M'Vengue is available from 06:00 to 18:00.

Where is FOON located?

M'Vengue (FOON) is located in Franceville, Gabon.

What is the IATA code for FOON?

The IATA code for M'Vengue is MVB.

How long is the runway at FOON?

The main runway at M'Vengue (15/33) measures 10105 X 148.

Does FOON have an ILS approach?

Yes, M'Vengue has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 15/33.

Is FOON a port of entry?

Yes, M'Vengue is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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M'Vengue (FOON/MVB) — Franceville, Gabon

M'Vengue (FOON/MVB) serves Franceville, Gabon. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (15/33). Field elevation is 1450 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 2/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-05

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: FOON
Name: M'Vengue
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -1.65616
Longitude: 13.438
Elevation: 1450 ft
Country: Gabon
Municipality: Franceville
IATA Code: MVB
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: FOOL
Timezone: Africa/Libreville
Distance from City: 16.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 15/33

Designation: 15/33
Dimensions: 10105 X 148
Surface: Asphaltic Concrete
PCN: 59/F/B/X/T
Lighting: Approach lighting RWY 15 (900m, variable intensity), PAPI 3° both sides, runway edge lights (white/red), taxiway lights (blue), HIGH intensity
NAVAIDs: ILS CAT II (LOC 110.1 MHz / GP 334.4 MHz / DME Ch 38X, ident FRA), VOR-DME FRV (116.1 MHz / Ch 108X)
Approach Types: ILS CAT II (RWY 15), VOR-DME
Remarks: TORA/TODA/ASDA 3080-3200m. Arresting gear on thresholds 15 and 33 (alternately available per runway in use). Aircraft >40t must execute U-turn at runway ends. Preferred RWY 15 in poor weather/light winds. Transition altitude 4500 ft

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.200 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: 8903.000 MHz
Traffic/Approach: 118.200, 2.000 MHz
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 06:00 – 18:00

Tuesday 06:00 – 18:00

Wednesday 06:00 – 18:00

Thursday 06:00 – 18:00

Friday 06:00 – 18:00

Saturday 06:00 – 18:00

Sunday 06:00 – 18:00

Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: 0600-1800 UTC (0700-1900 local). Available outside hours on request, coordinate before 1600Z via AFS. MET office same hours; backup via CMP Libreville H24

Contacts

AIS Tel: +241 65182325
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +241 11677076
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: Tower/Approach: +241 65182328. ATS: +241 65406147. AIM: +241 65182325. AFTN: FOONYDYX. Address: BP 389, Franceville/M'Vengue, Gabon. ATS managed by ASECNA

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: +241 65182328
Remarks: No slots required. Operations outside 0600-1800Z require prior request before 1600Z via AFS

Customs

Open: 06:00
Close: 18:00
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Available during airport operating hours (06:00-18:00 UTC / 07:00-19:00 local). Available outside hours on request (O/R)

Fees

Landing Fee: International: 2,408 FCFA/ton (min 3,347 FCFA) + 18% VAT + 1% CSS. Domestic first 14t: 577 FCFA/ton (min 1,146 FCFA). Lighting surcharge: 131.50 EUR (≤75t) / 166.57 EUR (>75t). Hours extension: 110.53 EUR/hr/movement
Parking Fee: Traffic areas: 15 FCFA/ton/hour + VAT. Garage/maintenance: 10 FCFA/ton/hour + VAT
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: XAF
Remarks: Rates per ASECNA GEN 4.3 effective 28 Dec 2023 (1 EUR = 655.957 FCFA). VAT 18%, CSS 1%. Ground handling via General Aviation Services Ltd (G.A.S.) Gabon. Contact handler for handling rates

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-04
Remarks: Suppliers: OILIBYA, AIR TOTAL. AIP lists fuel as NIL but third-party providers (EVO Jet) confirm Jet A available. Arrange fuel uplift via handler or trip support in advance

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International airport. Immigration available during operating hours (06:00-18:00 UTC) and on request outside hours

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: 18:00
Curfew End: 06:00
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Effective curfew 1800-0600 UTC (airport not H24, operations outside hours require prior arrangement). Bilateral radio communications mandatory. Aircraft >40 tonnes must U-turn at runway ends. Arresting gear alternately on thresholds. Fire category 6. CTR Class C airspace, 300m AGL to ground

Alternates

FOGQ

ICAO: FOGQ
Name: Okondja Airport
Distance (NM): 61.1
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

FOGK

ICAO: FOGK
Name: Koulamoutou Mabimbi Airport
Distance (NM): 66.1
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

FOOK

ICAO: FOOK
Name: Makokou Airport
Distance (NM): 138.0
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Active NOTAMs

A0112/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

FOON-AD2.2 AERODROME GEOGRAPHICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE DATA LINE 5 TELEPHONE- TELEX- FAX- RSFTA, COLUMN 3: READ : TEL. (241) (0) 11.67.70.76 - TWR/APP (241) (0) 65.18.23.28 - AIM (241) (0) 65.18.23.25 INSTEAD OF: TEL. (241) 11.67.70.76 - SVC ATS (241) 65.40.61.47 - TWR/APP (241) 65.18.23.28 - AIM (24…

2026-02-05 17:50:00 Until further notice

A1222/25 caution

NDB issue

RADIO AND AIDS NAVIGATION CHARTS WEST AND CENTRAL AFRICA DELETE : FRN 295KHZ NDB ASECNA AIP MODIFY PAGE 00ENR4-ASECNA-NAVAIDS-OC

2025-12-12 14:55:00 Until further notice

A0633/25 caution

NDB issue

WEST AND CENTRAL AFRICA ENROUTE CHART-AICAO LOWER AIRSPACE READ NIL INSTEAD OF FRN 295. ASECNA AIP MODIFY PAGE OOENR6-ASECNA-ENRC-OCL

2025-06-16 11:33:00 Until further notice

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of FOON?: M'Vengue operates from 06:00 to 18:00 (on request).
What is the tower frequency at FOON?: The tower frequency at M'Vengue is 118.2 MHz.
What fuel is available at FOON?: M'Vengue offers JET A-1.
Is customs available at FOON?: Yes, customs at M'Vengue is available from 06:00 to 18:00.
Does FOON require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at M'Vengue.
Where is FOON located?: M'Vengue (FOON) is located in Franceville, Gabon.
What is the IATA code for FOON?: The IATA code for M'Vengue is MVB.
How long is the runway at FOON?: The main runway at M'Vengue (15/33) measures 10105 X 148.
Does FOON have an ILS approach?: Yes, M'Vengue has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 15/33.
Is FOON a port of entry?: Yes, M'Vengue is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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