Congo, The Democratic Republic of the Aviation Permits
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Civil Aviation Authority
- Name: Autorite de l'Aviation Civile (AAC/RDC)
- Website: https://www.aacrdc.org
- Contact: survol@aacrdc.org
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Requirements by Operation Type
Private flights require permits. AOC not required for private aircraft.
All non-scheduled flights require prior permit. Apply minimum 48 working hours in advance.
Scheduled services governed by bilateral agreements.
Overflight Permit
- Required: Yes
- Authority: AAC/RDC - Air Transport Department
- Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
- Validity: 72 hours from initial requested schedule
- Fees: No CAA processing fees; route navigation charges apply
Permit confirms no political/security objections and no outstanding navigation fees. Permit number required in Item 18 of flight plan.
Submit to AAC/RDC via survol@aacrdc.org with flight schedule, entry/exit points, passenger details, and aircraft documents.
Landing Permit
- Required: Yes
- Authority: AAC/RDC - Air Transport Department
- Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
- Validity: 72 hours from initial requested schedule
- Fees: Landing and parking fees apply; navigation facility charges
Applicable to all operations: private, charter, scheduled, non-scheduled, passenger, cargo, technical, and traffic landings.
Submit application to AAC/RDC with complete flight details, crew/passenger manifest, and full aircraft documentation.
Cabotage
Prohibited for foreign operators
General Remarks
CAA operates 0700Z-1700Z Mon-Fri. Outstanding navigation fees must be cleared before permits are issued. Security clearance component included in permit process.