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BOP Bouar Airport
Bouar Airport (IATA: BOP, ICAO:FEFO) is located in the the city of Bouar, Central african. It is the primary international airport serving Bouar and its surrounding metropolitan area.

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IATA Code

BOP

ICAO Code

FEFO

Name

Bouar Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Central african (CF)

City

Bouar

Latitude

5.9580002

Longitude

15.6370001

Time Zone

UTC+01:00

Phone Number

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Airport Overview

Bouar Airport (BOP) is a regional airfield serving Bouar in the Nana-Mambéré prefecture of the Central African Republic. It is located approximately 5 kilometres east of the city. The airport’s operating environment is materially different from that of a scheduled international cargo gateway: the supplied airport record describes a predominantly dirt runway with asphalt pavement at both ends, together with a field-based Bouar non-directional beacon. For international freight, our service team treats Bouar Airport primarily as a destination subject to aircraft suitability, operating permission, handling availability and shipper-side customs coordination, rather than as a guaranteed direct cargo gateway.

Airport	Bouar Airport (BOP / FEFO)
Location	Bouar, Central African Republic
Coordinates	5.9580002, 15.6370001
Time zone	UTC+01:00
Local access	Approximately 5 km east of Bouar, according to the supplied airport record

Key Highlights

Regional, non-hub profileSuitable planning normally requires a feeder, charter or special movement solution rather than assuming a regular international freighter service.

Airfield surface considerationThe supplied record identifies a mostly dirt runway with asphalt at both ends; aircraft type, payload, weather and runway condition must be confirmed before booking.

Limited handling certaintyDo not assume public cargo terminals, cold rooms, bonded storage, dangerous-goods facilities or cargo screening equipment without written local confirmation.

Local delivery focusThe final movement may depend on a pre-arranged vehicle, consignee readiness, road conditions and local security assessment.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Our service team will verify the actual operating arrangements with the local operator or appointed handling party before accepting a shipment. The following facilities should be treated as confirmation items, not assumed airport capabilities:

Cargo acceptance and weighing: confirm whether cargo can be accepted, weighed, documented and released locally, and whether handling is performed by airport staff, an airline representative or a nominated ground agent.
Storage and security: confirm the availability, access hours and security controls of any temporary storage area. No bonded warehouse, free-zone warehouse or dedicated cargo terminal is stated in the supplied data.
Temperature-controlled handling: obtain written confirmation of cool-room access, power reliability, data logging and transfer time before routing pharmaceuticals, vaccines, seafood or other perishables.
Dangerous goods: acceptance of dangerous goods, dry ice and lithium-battery shipments must be confirmed in advance. Do not tender regulated cargo on the assumption that a DG facility is available.
Loading equipment: verify aircraft loading method, vehicle access, pallet or ULD compatibility and manual-handling limits, particularly for heavy, oversized or fragile cargo.

Routes & Transit Times

International cargo will usually require coordination through a larger regional gateway or an approved charter solution, followed by a feeder movement to Bouar Airport when operationally available.
Potential gateway selection depends on the origin, aircraft performance, customs arrangement, road alternatives and the availability of a local handling representative. Our team confirms the routing case by case rather than promising a fixed airline or schedule.
Transit time is affected by permit lead time, aircraft availability, runway condition, seasonal weather, cargo readiness, customs inspection and the need to consolidate or deconsolidate freight.
For urgent or high-value shipments, we compare an air movement to Bouar with delivery through a larger gateway and controlled surface transport. The recommended option is subject to a current operational check.

A confirmed booking requires acceptance from the operating carrier or charter provider, aircraft and payload approval, local handling confirmation and consignee readiness. Published transit estimates should therefore be treated as indicative until these elements are secured.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Bouar and surrounding communities in the Nana-Mambéré area, with final distribution dependent on road access and locally available transport.
Suitable shipment profiles: project consumables, relief supplies, spare parts, telecommunications or power-system components, commercial samples and other time-sensitive general cargo may be considered after operational confirmation.
Humanitarian and institutional cargo: packing lists, consignee authorization, end-use information and any donor or project documentation should be prepared where applicable.
Perishables and healthcare products: these require a documented temperature plan, suitable packaging and a confirmed handover chain; the airport record alone does not establish cold-chain capability.
High-value goods: use tamper-evident packaging, minimize transfer points and arrange controlled delivery because local storage and security arrangements must be verified in advance.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off and acceptance: there is no assumed public cargo cut-off published in the supplied data. Our team obtains the actual tender deadline from the operating carrier or local handler and builds time for inspection and manual processing.
Documentation: prepare a commercial invoice, packing list, airway bill instructions, shipper and consignee contact details, origin information and any import, export or end-use documents required for the specific commodity.
Regulated cargo: dangerous goods, lithium batteries, dry ice, live animals, medical products and oversized cargo require pre-alert, classification or special handling review before booking. Acceptance remains subject to the carrier and competent authorities.
Aircraft and runway limitations: dirt-surface operations, weather and payload restrictions may affect uplift. Dimensions, gross weight, centre of gravity, packaging and loading method must be checked before final confirmation.
Customs and delivery: arrange the consignee, broker and delivery vehicle before arrival. Customs inspection, limited storage access or delayed collection can create exposure to damage, security and demurrage risks.

Shipping Tips

Send complete cargo details early, including commodity description, pieces, dimensions, gross weight, stackability, value, Incoterms and any dangerous-goods or temperature requirements.
Use robust, moisture-resistant packaging with clear handling marks. For loose or irregular cargo, confirm whether the planned aircraft and loading method can accept the dimensions and weight.
Request written confirmation of the operating carrier, local handling party, acceptance point, customs process, storage arrangement and final-mile delivery plan before cargo dispatch.
Keep a contingency route available through a larger gateway with controlled road transport, especially for relief cargo, critical spares, high-value goods and shipments with firm delivery deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Bouar Airport receive international commercial cargo directly?

Direct acceptance cannot be assumed. Our service team checks the current operator, aircraft approval, customs arrangement, cargo handling resources and any required permissions before proposing a direct movement.

Is there a fixed airline schedule or guaranteed transit time?

No fixed schedule or transit commitment should be presumed from the airport record. Routing and timing depend on an available carrier or charter, gateway connections, permits, weather, runway condition and local handling confirmation.

Can we ship pharmaceuticals or other temperature-sensitive cargo?

Only after a written temperature-control plan is confirmed. This includes packaging duration, transfer procedures, power or cold-room availability, monitoring and the responsible party at each handover.

Are dangerous goods and lithium batteries accepted?

Acceptance is case-specific and must be approved before tender. Provide the UN number where applicable, proper shipping name, packing instruction, net quantity, SDS and shipper’s declaration when required.

What is the safest alternative if the airfield cannot accept our cargo?

Our team can assess a larger regional gateway combined with a controlled surface movement to Bouar. The decision should consider customs clearance, road security, cargo sensitivity, vehicle availability and total transport time.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport name, codes, location, coordinates, time zone, approximate city distance and runway-description details in this module are based on the supplied Bouar Airport record. Operational availability, handling arrangements, customs procedures, aircraft acceptance, schedules and transit times are variable and require current confirmation from the operating carrier, airport operator, local authorities and the consignee’s appointed customs representative.

For aviation terminology and internationally recognized airport-code references, our team may cross-check iata.org and icao.int. These reference domains do not constitute confirmation that a particular cargo facility, route, schedule or service is currently available at Bouar Airport.