Does FWZA require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Zomba Airport (Malawi).

Where is FWZA located?

Zomba Airport (FWZA) is located in Zomba, Malawi.

How long is the runway at FWZA?

The main runway at Zomba Airport (09/27) measures 1250x17m.

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Zomba Airport (FWZA) — Zomba, Malawi

Zomba Airport (FWZA) serves Zomba, Malawi. This is a small airport with 1 runway (09/27). Field elevation is 2650 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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60% Data Complete 31 of 52 points

Missing: Frequencies, Operations, Fuel, Contacts

Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 0/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 0/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 2/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-02

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: FWZA
Name: Zomba Airport
Type: small_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: -15.386309
Longitude: 35.383575
Elevation: 2650 ft
Country: Malawi
Municipality: Zomba
IATA Code: N/A
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Africa/Blantyre
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 09/27

Designation: 09/27
Dimensions: 1250x17m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
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

Airport Services

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Malawi Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require permits. Same documentation requirements apply.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does FWZA require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Zomba Airport (Malawi).
Where is FWZA located?: Zomba Airport (FWZA) is located in Zomba, Malawi.
How long is the runway at FWZA?: The main runway at Zomba Airport (09/27) measures 1250x17m.

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