Makokou Airport (IATA: MKU, ICAO: FOOK) serves the town of Makokou, the capital of the Ivindo Province in northeastern Gabon. It provides essential air connectivity for a region otherwise difficult to access due to dense rainforest and limited road infrastructure. The airport handles light domestic traffic and is an important link for residents, government officials, and travelers accessing the nearby Ivindo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its biodiversity and the Kongou Falls. Operations are small-scale, with limited facilities befitting a remote regional aerodrome. As with many airports in Gabon's interior, Makokou Airport plays a critical role in supporting the local economy and enabling access to medical and administrative services that would otherwise require long overland journeys.