Lambarene Airport (LBQ)

Lambarene, GA 🇬🇦 Medium Airport

ICAO

FOGR

IATA

LBQ

Elevation

82 ft

Region

GA-3

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Airport Information

GPS Code: FOGR

Local Code: Not available

Location: -0.704389° N, 10.2457° E

Continent: Africa

Type: Medium Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Traveler sentiment regarding Lambarene Airport (FOGR (LBQ)) suggests a largely positive experience, emphasizing its role as a welcoming gateway to the region rather than a large international hub. Travelers appreciate its intimate setting and the warmth of its local staff, despite the airport offering only basic amenities.

What Travelers Love
  • Friendly Atmosphere and Staff: The airport is noted for its friendly atmosphere and the genuine warmth of its local staff, who are readily available to assist visitors.
  • Gateway to Gabon's Attractions: It serves as a vital entry point to the picturesque region of Lambaréné, providing easy access to sites like the Albert Schweitzer Hospital and the Ogooué River.
  • Intimate and Simple Design: Travelers find the airport's simple design and intimate setting to be inviting and comfortable.
  • Efficient Immigration: Immigration wait times are generally short, with an AI prediction of approximately 8 minutes.
  • Central Location: The airport is conveniently located within the town.
Common Complaints
  • No Airport of Entry/Customs: A significant limitation is that Lambarene Airport is not an Airport of Entry and does not have customs facilities, meaning international travelers would need to clear customs elsewhere in Gabon.
  • Basic Facilities: The airport is equipped with only basic amenities, including a waiting area, and lacks the extensive facilities found in larger airports.
  • Security Wait Times: Security checkpoint wait times can be notable, with an AI prediction of 29 minutes.
  • Limited Night Operations: The airport's light intensity is listed as "NO LIGHT," which may indicate restrictions on night flights or limited visibility.
  • Undefined Parking: Specific details on public parking locations or extensive aircraft accommodation are not readily available.

Overall, Lambarene Airport offers a charming and friendly entry point for those visiting the heart of Gabon, especially for domestic travel or private charters with pre-arranged international clearances. However, its lack of full customs and immigration services designates it primarily for regional use, and travelers should be prepared for basic facilities and potentially some wait time at security.

Last updated: 61 days ago

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Designation Length Width Surface Status
04/22 7555 ft 148 ft LAT Active Lighted
05/23 - ft - ft UNK Active

Type Description Frequency
AFIS AFIS 118.6 MHz

Ident Name Type Frequency
LB Lambarene NDB 310 kHz
LR Lambarene VOR 112700 kHz

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