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Walvis Bay (FYWB/WVB) — Walvis Bay, Namibia

Walvis Bay (FYWB/WVB) serves Walvis Bay, Namibia. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (09/27). Field elevation is 299 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: FYWB
  • Name: Walvis Bay
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: -22.9799
  • Longitude: 14.6453
  • Elevation: 299 ft
  • Country: Namibia
  • Municipality: Walvis Bay
  • IATA Code: WVB
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Africa/Windhoek
  • Distance from City: 14.4 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 09/27

  • Designation: 09/27
  • Dimensions: 7001 X 98
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 122.500 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

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; NAC regulated approx NAD 70/ton
  • Parking Fee: NAD 35/ton per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: NAD
  • Remarks: Walvis Bay Airport. Coastal Namibia. NAC (Namibia Airports Company) operated. Port city and uranium mining area.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Puma Energy. Available during operating hours. Coastal location; good supply chain.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: International airport with CIQ. Many nationalities visa-free. Coastal desert town. Uranium industry.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 00:00
  • Curfew End: 00:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No curfew. Coastal desert (Namib). Frequent fog and low stratus from cold Benguela current. Altitude 299 ft.

Airport Services

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Namibia Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 3d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 24-48 working hours before departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
Private / GA Operations:

Private general aviation flights require overflight and landing permits.

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Active NOTAMs

A0312/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
HAND AMEND NAMIBIAN AIP,PAGE FYWB AD 2-9, DATED 09 JUL 2026. FYWB AD 2.15 OTHER LIGHTING, SECONDARY POWER SUPPLY. ROW 5, COLUMN 2, SHOULD READ: NIL AERODROME IDENTIFICATION BEACON SIGNALLING LAMP IS LOCATED IN THE ATC TOWER 2 X 380KVA CUMMINS GENERATORS SET, WITH A CAPACITY OF 5000L DIESEL. …
2026-07-09 06:32:00 Until further notice
A0308/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
HAND AMEND NAMIBIAN AIP, FYWB AD 2-25 DATED 28 NOV 2024, REPLACE THR ELEV 317 FT TO READ 316 FT.
2026-07-08 09:40:00 Until further notice
A0307/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
HAND AMEND NAMIBIAN AIP, FYWB AD 2-8 DATED 09 JUL 2026, FYWB AD 2.12 RUNWAY PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS COLUMN 6, THR ELEV 236 FT TO READ 235 FT FOR RWY 09 AND THR ELEV 315 FT TO READ 316 FT FOR RWY 27.
2026-07-08 09:31:00 Until further notice

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at FYWB?
The tower frequency at Walvis Bay is 122.5 MHz.
What fuel is available at FYWB?
Walvis Bay offers Jet A-1.
Does FYWB require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Walvis Bay (Namibia).
Where is FYWB located?
Walvis Bay (FYWB) is located in Walvis Bay, Namibia.
What is the IATA code for FYWB?
The IATA code for Walvis Bay is WVB.
How long is the runway at FYWB?
The main runway at Walvis Bay (09/27) measures 7001 X 98.
Does FYWB have an ILS approach?
Yes, Walvis Bay has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 09/27.
Is FYWB a port of entry?
Yes, Walvis Bay is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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