Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Western Sahara (disputed territory)

GMMASMW

Smara Airport

Smara, Western Sahara (disputed territory)

ICAO

GMMA

IATA

SMW

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

350 ft

Country

Western Sahara (disputed territory)

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at GMMA

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Smara Airport (GMMA / SMW) in Smara, Western Sahara (disputed territory), through one 24/7 OCC desk.

GMMA is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Western Sahara (disputed territory)

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Western Sahara (disputed territory).

Applicable permit lead times for Western Sahara (disputed territory) 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 Western Sahara (disputed territory) are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at GMMA

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

Fuel Planning for GMMA

No fuel supply is recorded at Smara Airport. Our OCC confirms current availability directly with the airport and plans fuel uplift at an alternate station where required.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to GMMA

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

Planning reference for GMMA: 26° 43′ 55″ N 11° 41′ 2″ W; elevation 350 ft; local time UTC+0.

Crew & Passenger Services in Smara

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

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

Cargo Operations at GMMA

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

Field Information

Smara Airport

Latitude
26° 43′ 55″ N
Longitude
11° 41′ 2″ W
ICAO code
GMMA
IATA code
SMW
Municipality
Smara
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
No fuel
Fire Category
—
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To SMW?

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

Submit flight inquiry for GMMA

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – GMMA

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Smara Airport?

The ICAO code is GMMA and the IATA code is SMW.

Is Jet A1 available at GMMA?

No fuel supply is recorded at Smara Airport; our OCC confirms availability directly with the airport and plans uplift at an alternate station where required.

What time zone does GMMA operate in?

Smara Airport operates on UTC+0.

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

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 GMMA.