What is the tower frequency at LFKB?

The tower frequency at Poretta is 118 MHz.

What fuel is available at LFKB?

Poretta offers Jet A-1, AVGAS 100LL.

Does LFKB require landing permits?

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

Where is LFKB located?

Poretta (LFKB) is located in Bastia, France.

What is the IATA code for LFKB?

The IATA code for Poretta is BIA.

How long is the runway at LFKB?

The main runway at Poretta (16/34) measures 8266 X 148.

Does LFKB have an ILS approach?

Yes, Poretta has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 16/34.

Is LFKB a port of entry?

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

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Poretta (LFKB/BIA) — Bastia, France

Poretta (LFKB/BIA) serves Bastia, France. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (16/34). Field elevation is 26 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Observed Activity · Jul 23

1 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 21:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-23

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-03-25

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: LFKB
Name: Poretta
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 42.5527
Longitude: 9.48373
Elevation: 26 ft
Country: France
Municipality: Bastia
IATA Code: BIA
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/Paris
Distance from City: 16.5 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 16/34

Designation: 16/34
Dimensions: 8266 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: 68F/B/W/T
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
Remarks: TORA: 2520m, TODA: 2910m, ASDA: 2520m, LDA: 2520m

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.000 MHz
Ground: 121.825 MHz
Operations: 124.725, 135.135 MHz
Traffic/Approach: 123.825, 127.255 MHz
ATIS: 125.925 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours

Tuesday Open 24 hours

Wednesday Open 24 hours

Thursday Open 24 hours

Friday Open 24 hours

Saturday Open 24 hours

Sunday Open 24 hours

Poretta operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +33 4 95 54 54 54
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: EUR 11.07 per tonne MTOW
Parking Fee: EUR 2.23 per tonne MTOW per 24 hours; first 4 hours free
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: EUR
Remarks: Landing fees set by local CCI. Handling through local FBO at Bastia-Poretta.

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 Bastia-Poretta. Into-plane service included.

Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Schengen airport. Customs and immigration for non-Schengen arrivals. Gen dec required 24 hours in advance at Bastia-Poretta.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No formal curfew at Bastia-Poretta. Night noise monitoring in place. ATC may assign noise-preferential routings.

Alternates

LFKC

ICAO: LFKC
Name: St Catherine
Distance (NM): 30.6
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen member. Passport control required for non-Schengen arrivals at Calvi. Immigration office operational during published hours.

LIRJ

ICAO: LIRJ
Name: Marina Di Campo
Distance (NM): 35.6
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen member. Passport control required for non-Schengen arrivals at Marina di Campo (Elba). Immigration office operational during published hours.

LFKJ

ICAO: LFKJ
Name: Napoleon Bonaparte
Distance (NM): 48.4
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 Ajaccio.

LIRP

ICAO: LIRP
Name: San Giusto
Distance (NM): 78.7
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 Pisa.

LIEO

ICAO: LIEO
Name: Costa Smeralda
Distance (NM): 99.3
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 Olbia 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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Active NOTAMs

A4697/26 info

Aerodrome restriction

IFR TRG PROHIBITED

2026-07-18 00:00:00 2026-09-06 23:59:00

A4886/26 caution

Movement area restriction

STAND P10 CLSD DUE TO WIP.

2026-07-23 18:01:00 2026-07-25 04:00:00

A1388/26 caution

ILS procedure changed

PROC APCH IFR MINIMA OPS LNAV-VNAV MODIFIED : - RNP RWY34 API 2.5 PER CENT : CAT DA(H) RVR A 380(350) 1600 B 400(370) 1700 C 410(380) 1700 D 410(380) 1700 - RNP RWY34 API 3 PER CENT : CAT DA(H) RVR A 380(350) 1600 B 380(350) 1600 C 380(350) 1600 D 410(380) 1700 …

2026-04-01 00:00:00 Until further notice

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Nearby Airports

LFKT Aérodrome de Corte 20 NM LFKG Aérodrome de Ghisonaccia - Alzitone 30 NM LFKC St Catherine 31 NM LIRJ Marina Di Campo 36 NM LFKS Solenzara (BA 126) Air Base 38 NM LFKJ Napoleon Bonaparte 48 NM LFKO Propriano Airport 60 NM LIQG Aviosuperficie Cecina 63 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at LFKB?: The tower frequency at Poretta is 118 MHz.
What fuel is available at LFKB?: Poretta offers Jet A-1, AVGAS 100LL.
Does LFKB require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Poretta (France).
Where is LFKB located?: Poretta (LFKB) is located in Bastia, France.
What is the IATA code for LFKB?: The IATA code for Poretta is BIA.
How long is the runway at LFKB?: The main runway at Poretta (16/34) measures 8266 X 148.
Does LFKB have an ILS approach?: Yes, Poretta has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 16/34.
Is LFKB a port of entry?: Yes, Poretta is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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