What is the tower frequency at LZIB?

The tower frequency at M.R. Stefanik is 118.3 MHz.

Does LZIB require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for M.R. Stefanik (Slovakia).

Does LZIB require slots or PPR?

PPR is required at M.R. Stefanik.

Where is LZIB located?

M.R. Stefanik (LZIB) is located in Bratislava, Slovakia.

What is the IATA code for LZIB?

The IATA code for M.R. Stefanik is BTS.

How long is the runway at LZIB?

The main runway at M.R. Stefanik (04/22) measures 9515 X 197.

Does LZIB have an ILS approach?

Yes, M.R. Stefanik has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 04/22.

Is LZIB a port of entry?

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

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M.R. Stefanik (LZIB/BTS) — Bratislava, Slovakia

M.R. Stefanik (LZIB/BTS) serves Bratislava, Slovakia. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (04/22, 13/31). Field elevation is 436 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Observed Activity · Jul 22

59 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 50 on the ground · busiest hour 16:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-22

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: 2026-04-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: LZIB
Name: M.R. Stefanik
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 48.1702
Longitude: 17.2127
Elevation: 436 ft
Country: Slovakia
Municipality: Bratislava
IATA Code: BTS
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/Bratislava
Distance from City: 6.2 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 04/22

Designation: 04/22
Dimensions: 9515 X 197
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 13/31

Designation: 13/31
Dimensions: 10466 X 148
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.300 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: 120.900 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 128.650 MHz

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: Yes
PPR Contact: Bratislava Operations +421 6 236 5926
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: EUR 11.31 per tonne MTOW
Parking Fee: EUR 7.22 per tonne MTOW per 24 hours; first 4 hours free
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: EUR
Remarks: Published tariff at Bratislava. Handling fees separate.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Fuel truck service at Bratislava. Bowser delivery to stand. Credit cards accepted.

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 Bratislava.

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Restrictions

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

Alternates

LOWW

ICAO: LOWW
Name: Schwechat
Distance (NM): 26.0
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: No US CBP pre-clearance. Landing permit not required for EU/EEA aircraft. APIS submission mandatory for international flights per EU regulations.

LZPP

ICAO: LZPP
Name: Piestany
Distance (NM): 36.7
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Customs and immigration for non-Schengen arrivals. Gen dec required 24 hours in advance at Piestany.

LOAV

ICAO: LOAV
Name: Voslau
Distance (NM): 40.2
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Bad Voslau.

LKTB

ICAO: LKTB
Name: Turany
Distance (NM): 62.4
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 Brno-Turany where available.

LZSL

ICAO: LZSL
Name: Sliac
Distance (NM): 81.6
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen member. Passport control required for non-Schengen arrivals at Sliac. Immigration office operational during published hours.

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Slovakia Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A - no permit required; file flight plan before departure
Landing Lead Time: 3 working days before flight

Private / GA Operations:

Private non-revenue flights and non-commercial landings do not require landing permission. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.

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Active NOTAMs

A1600/26 info

Aerodrome restriction

TRIGGER NOTAM - PERM AIRAC AIP AMDT NR 09/26 WEF 03 SEP 2026: AD 2-LZIB-2-1 - INFO ABOUT HOT SPOTS CHANGED.

2026-09-03 00:00:00 2026-09-16 23:59:00

A1052/26 caution

Instrument procedure change

LPV MINIMA SHALL BE RAISED TO THE RESPECTIVE LNAV/VNAV MINIMA. RNP RWY 22 ASC 2,5 PERCENT, REF PAGE AD 2-LZIB-7-5, RNP RWY 31 ASC 2,5 PERCENT, REF PAGE AD 2-LZIB-7-17, RNP RWY 31 ASC 4,0 PERCENT, REF PAGE AD 2-LZIB-7-17. IN ACCORDANCE WITH ICAO ELECTRONIC BULLETIN 2026/13.

2026-05-21 14:23:00 2026-08-21 23:59:00

A1601/26 info

CIVIL FLIGHTS OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT PROHIBITED IN STEFANIK CTR - NOTAM CNL.

2026-07-23 09:15:33 Until further notice

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at LZIB?: The tower frequency at M.R. Stefanik is 118.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at LZIB?: M.R. Stefanik offers Jet A-1.
Does LZIB require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for M.R. Stefanik (Slovakia).
Does LZIB require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at M.R. Stefanik.
Where is LZIB located?: M.R. Stefanik (LZIB) is located in Bratislava, Slovakia.
What is the IATA code for LZIB?: The IATA code for M.R. Stefanik is BTS.
How long is the runway at LZIB?: The main runway at M.R. Stefanik (04/22) measures 9515 X 197.
Does LZIB have an ILS approach?: Yes, M.R. Stefanik has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 04/22.
Is LZIB a port of entry?: Yes, M.R. Stefanik is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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