ETHIOPIA | Addis Ababa | Bole International Airport
HAAB
Ground supervisory services based at Bole International Airport supporting trips throughout Ethiopia
Welcome to Ethiopia!
I’d like to extend a warm welcome to East Africa and the “Cradle of Mankind.”
I operate from Addis Ababa (HAAB), the capital of Ethiopia, which means “new flower” in Amharic. The altitude is 2,355m (7,726 ft.), making it the 3rd highest capital city in the world. It’s also the diplomatic capital of Africa.
I’m able to provide ground supervisory services at Bole International Airport as well as throughout the country. I understand the logistical challenges often encountered when operating into Ethiopia, and use my local knowledge and the global resources of Universal to help ensure the success of your missions. You can count on me to help you avoid any unexpected events or delays on the ground, and facilitate your last-minute requests.
I look forward to personally welcoming you to Ethiopia on your next trip.
Sincerely,
Tigist Aberra
Senior Universal Aviation Representative, Ethiopia
Three different ways we can take care of your ground support needs throughout Ethiopia
- We operate a ground supervision service at HAAB.
- We can send our representative to meet you at any destination.
- We can help coordinate ground support for any location.
Services
Ground support capabilities
| Languages spoken | English and Amharic |
| Customs and immigration? | Yes |
| UVair® contract fuel available? | Yes |
| Conference rooms? | Yes |
| Limousine service and car rental? | Yes |
| Crew accommodation arrangements? | Yes |
| Security arrangements? | Yes |
| Maintenance? | Available through Ethiopian Airlines |
| Direct ramp access? | No |
| Computerized worldwide weather briefings? | Yes |
| Baggage handling? | Yes |
| Permit coordination? | Yes |
| Lav service? | Yes |
| Additional capabilities | Potable water and aircraft cleaning available |
Flight support
| RVSM: | Please contact us |
| ACAS/TCAS II: | Please contact us |
| ICAO Annex 16, Chapter II: | Please contact us |
| RNAV5/RNAV10 airspace: | Please contact us |
| 8.33 MHz channel spacing: | Please contact us |
| Airport fire protection category: | HAAB 7 |
Directions
Directions to Bole International Airport (HAAB)
The airport is located in the Bole district, 8km (5 miles) southeast of Addis Ababa in Ethiopia. From the city centre, head southeast along Bole Road / Airport Road and follow the signs to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Airport address
Bole International Airport
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
Senior Universal Aviation Representative’s contact information
Tigist Aberra
Phone (24h): +251 947 460682
Mobile (24h): +251 911 796399
Location FAQ
| Hours of operation | 0001–2359 |
| Airport restrictions? | No restrictions at HAAB, although there are some time restrictions affecting domestic airports |
| Noise restrictions? | None |
| Slots required? | No |
| VIP passenger lounge? | Yes |
| VIP crew lounge? | Yes |
| Air conditioning? | Yes |
| Internet access/Wi-Fi? | No |
| Digital newspapers | Not available |
| Refreshments? | Available at both the VIP and pax terminal lounges |
| Flight-plan filing? | Briefing officers need to see the captain at the time, no matter who is doing the filing |
| Restrooms? | Yes |
| Showers? | No |
| Prayer room? | No |
| Hangarage? | Available |
| VIP catering? | Yes |
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