Gbadolite Airport (FZFD)
Medium airport · Gbadolite, Nord-Ubangi Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Airport data
| Name | Gbadolite Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | FZFD |
| IATA | BDT |
| Elevation | 1,509 ft (460 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 4°15'10" E 20°58'31" 4.25274, 20.97527 |
| Location | Gbadolite, Nord-Ubangi Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 10,499 ft (3200 m) | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
Gbadolite Airport at a glance
Gbadolite Airport is a medium airport in Gbadolite, Nord-Ubangi Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, known to airline systems as BDT. The field elevation of 1,509 ft (460 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at FZFD 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, 07/25, offers 10,499 ft (3200 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 07 points roughly 70° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for FZFD 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 Gbadolite 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 | 175 km (95 NM) |
| Lisala Airport | FZGA | 239 km (129 NM) |
| Bangui M'Poko International Airport | FEFF | 273 km (147 NM) |
| Buta Zega Airport | FZKJ | 453 km (245 NM) |
| Mbandaka Airport | FZEA | 557 km (301 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Gbadolite Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,509 ft field elevation of Gbadolite 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 22 airports and airfields we list for Democratic Republic of the Congo — 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 Gbadolite Airport
What is the ICAO code of Gbadolite Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Gbadolite Airport is FZFD, and its IATA code is BDT. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Gbadolite Airport above sea level?
Gbadolite Airport sits at an elevation of 1,509 feet (460 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Gbadolite Airport located?
The airport lies at 4.2527, 20.9753 — in Gbadolite, Nord-Ubangi Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Gemena Airport, about 175 km away.
Does FZFD publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for FZFD 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 Gbadolite Airport?
Gbadolite Airport has one runway. The longest, 07/25, measures 10,499 ft (3200 m) with a ASP surface.