What is the tower frequency at LFBD?

The tower frequency at Merignac is 118.3 MHz.

Does LFBD require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Merignac (France).

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Merignac

Merignac (LFBD/BOD) serves Bordeaux, France. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (05/23, 11/29). Field elevation is 162 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 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: LFBD
Name: Merignac
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 44.8283
Longitude: -0.715556
Elevation: 162 ft
Country: France
Municipality: Bordeaux
IATA Code: BOD
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/Paris
Distance from City: 10.8 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05/23

Designation: 05/23
Dimensions: 10171 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, TACAN, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 11/29

Designation: 11/29
Dimensions: 7923 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, TACAN, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.300 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 131.150 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: 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: https://www.bordeaux.aeroport.fr/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: EUR 10.89 per tonne MTOW
Parking Fee: EUR 6.73 per tonne MTOW per 24 hours; first 4 hours free
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: EUR
Remarks: Fees per published AIP France tariff for Bordeaux-Merignac. VAT included.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Jet A-1 supplied by local provider at Bordeaux-Merignac. Into-plane service included.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Schengen member. Passport control required for non-Schengen arrivals at Bordeaux-Merignac. Immigration office operational during published hours.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: 24-hour operations permitted at Bordeaux-Merignac. Voluntary noise abatement between 2200-0600 local. Follow published procedures.

Alternates

LFBH

ICAO: LFBH
Name: Ile De Re
Distance (NM): 83.6
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at La Rochelle.

LFBP

ICAO: LFBP
Name: Pau/Pyrenees
Distance (NM): 87.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Pau-Pyrenees.

LFBZ

ICAO: LFBZ
Name: Bayonne-Anglet
Distance (NM): 88.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen member. Passport control required for non-Schengen arrivals at Biarritz. Immigration office operational during published hours.

LESO

ICAO: LESO
Name: San Sebastian
Distance (NM): 99.8
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Border control for arrivals from non-Schengen states only. EU/EEA nationals may use e-gates at San Sebastian where available.

Airport Services

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France Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A
Landing Lead Time: 2 business days (non-EU charter, standard). 10 business days for EU-registered charter with 5th/7th freedom rights. First-time operators should allow extra time.

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt. PPR at busy airports (CDG, ORY).

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at LFBD?: The tower frequency at Merignac is 118.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at LFBD?: Merignac offers Jet A-1.
Does LFBD require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Merignac (France).

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