International hub · Tombouctou, Mali
Tombouctou
- Elevation
- 863 ft
- Coordinates
- 16°44′N 3°00′W
- Local time
- Africa/Bamako
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Field information
GATB runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Tombouctou (GATB/TOM) has one runway, 07/25, 6,923 ft (2,110 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 4. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at GATB, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Bamako
Country
Mali
ML
Municipality
Timbuktu
Elevation
863 ft
Position
16.7305, -3.0076
Traffic level
Low
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 4
Runways · GATB
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 6,923 ft (2,110 m) | 98 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at GATB.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Tombouctou (GATB / TOM) in Tombouctou, Mali, through one 24/7 OCC desk. GATB is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at GATB
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Mali
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Mali. Applicable permit lead times for Mali are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Mali are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at GATB
Direct FBO and handler coordination at GATB covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at GATB
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at GATB is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to GATB
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for GATB: 16° 43′ 50″ N 3° 0′ 27″ W; elevation 863 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Tombouctou
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Tombouctou. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at GATB.
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Cargo Operations at GATB
Support for freighter operations into GATB covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into GATB?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Tombouctou — one desk for the whole trip.