Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Guinea-Bissau

GGOVOXB

Osvaldo Vieira International Airport

Bissau, Guinea-Bissau

ICAO

GGOV

IATA

OXB

Category

International Hub

Elevation

129 ft

Country

Guinea-Bissau

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at GGOV

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport (GGOV / OXB) in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

GGOV is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Guinea-Bissau

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Guinea-Bissau.

Applicable permit lead times for Guinea-Bissau 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 Guinea-Bissau are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at GGOV

Direct FBO and handler coordination at GGOV covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Osvaldo Vieira International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at GGOV

Fuel on record at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport: Jet fuel. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to GGOV

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for GGOV: 11° 53′ 38″ N 15° 39′ 14″ W; elevation 129 ft; local time UTC+0.

Crew & Passenger Services in Bissau

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Bissau.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at GGOV.

Cargo Operations at GGOV

Support for freighter operations into GGOV covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Osvaldo Vieira International Airport

Latitude
11° 53′ 38″ N
Longitude
15° 39′ 14″ W
ICAO code
GGOV
IATA code
OXB
Municipality
Bissau
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To OXB?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for GGOV.

Submit flight inquiry for GGOV

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – GGOV

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Osvaldo Vieira International Airport?

The ICAO code is GGOV and the IATA code is OXB.

Is Jet A1 available at GGOV?

Yes. Fuel on record at Osvaldo Vieira International Airport is Jet fuel; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at GGOV?

Osvaldo Vieira International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does GGOV operate in?

Osvaldo Vieira International Airport operates on UTC+0.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for GGOV?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for GGOV.