Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD)

Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD), identified by its ICAO code FNLU, is currently in a major transitional phase as the primary aviation gateway for Luanda, Angola. Following the 2024–2025 staggered relocation of flight operations, most commercial passenger traffic has migrated to the state-of-the-art Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ). As of late 2025, Quatro de Fevereiro is transitioning to serve primarily non-commercial aviation, including technical maintenance, military operations, and specialized executive flight services, while the new hub handles the region's 15 million annual passenger capacity. Inside the terminal building at LAD, passengers can still access basic essential services, although many premium amenities and international airline lounges have relocated to the new facility. The airport features a single terminal that manages both domestic and international processing, providing a functional environment for regional commuters and charter travelers. For those transitioning between the two airports, dedicated shuttle services have been established to provide a seamless connection for transit passengers navigating Luanda's southern aviation corridor. Ground transportation at Quatro de Fevereiro remains well-integrated with the city center, situated just 2 kilometers from Luanda's main administrative districts. Travelers can utilize official taxi ranks and private vehicle access directly outside the arrivals hall, which provides a significantly shorter transit time than the 40-kilometer journey to the new NBJ hub. As of 2026, the facility continues to be a critical node for Angola's civil aviation authority (ANAC), ensuring operational redundancy and supporting the country's goal of becoming a major regional logistics and maintenance center in Southern Africa.