Bangui M'Poko International Airport (FEFF)
Large airport · Bangui, Ombella-M'Poko, Central African Republic
Airport data
| Name | Bangui M'Poko International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | FEFF |
| IATA | BGF |
| Elevation | 1,208 ft (368 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 4°23'55" E 18°31'8" 4.39848, 18.51880 |
| Location | Bangui, Ombella-M'Poko, Central African Republic |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 8,530 ft (2600 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Bangui M'Poko International Airport at a glance
Bangui M'Poko International Airport is a large airport in Bangui, Ombella-M'Poko, Central African Republic, known to airline systems as BGF. The field elevation of 1,208 ft (368 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at FEFF are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 16/34, offers 8,530 ft (2600 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 16 points roughly 160° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for FEFF shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Bangui M'Poko International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gemena Airport | FZFK | 190 km (103 NM) |
| Gbadolite Airport | FZFD | 273 km (147 NM) |
| Berbérati Airport | FEFT | 304 km (164 NM) |
| Lisala Airport | FZGA | 413 km (223 NM) |
| Ouesso Airport | FCOU | 414 km (224 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Bangui M'Poko International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,208 ft field elevation of Bangui M'Poko International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 2 airports and airfields we list for Central African Republic — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Bangui M'Poko International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Bangui M'Poko International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Bangui M'Poko International Airport is FEFF, and its IATA code is BGF. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Bangui M'Poko International Airport above sea level?
Bangui M'Poko International Airport sits at an elevation of 1,208 feet (368 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Bangui M'Poko International Airport located?
The airport lies at 4.3985, 18.5188 — in Bangui, Ombella-M'Poko, Central African Republic, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Gemena Airport, about 190 km away.
Does FEFF publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for FEFF appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Bangui M'Poko International Airport?
Bangui M'Poko International Airport has one runway. The longest, 16/34, measures 8,530 ft (2600 m) with a ASP surface.