Lubumbashi International Airport (FZQA)
Large airport · Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Airport data
| Name | Lubumbashi International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | FZQA |
| IATA | FBM |
| Elevation | 4,295 ft (1309 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | S 11°35'29" E 27°31'51" -11.59149, 27.53075 |
| Location | Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 10,623 ft (3238 m) | 164 ft | ASP | Yes |
Lubumbashi International Airport at a glance
Lubumbashi International Airport is a large airport in Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, known to airline systems as FBM. The field elevation of 4,295 ft (1309 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at FZQA 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 10,623 ft (3238 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 FZQA 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 Lubumbashi International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kasompe Airport | FLKE | 116 km (63 NM) |
| Southdowns Airport | FLSO | 160 km (86 NM) |
| Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport | FLSK | 186 km (100 NM) |
| Peter Zuze Air Force Base | FLND | 199 km (107 NM) |
| Kalumbila Airport | ZM-0045 | 239 km (129 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Lubumbashi International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 4,295 ft field elevation of Lubumbashi 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 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 Lubumbashi International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Lubumbashi International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Lubumbashi International Airport is FZQA, and its IATA code is FBM. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Lubumbashi International Airport above sea level?
Lubumbashi International Airport sits at an elevation of 4,295 feet (1309 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Lubumbashi International Airport located?
The airport lies at -11.5915, 27.5308 — in Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, in the southern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Kasompe Airport, about 116 km away.
Does FZQA publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for FZQA 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 Lubumbashi International Airport?
Lubumbashi International Airport has one runway. The longest, 07/25, measures 10,623 ft (3238 m) with a ASP surface.