International hub · Ouarzazate, Morocco
Ouarzazate International
- Elevation
- 3,782 ft
- Coordinates
- 30°56′N 6°55′W
- Local time
- Africa/Casablanca
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Field information
GMMZ runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Ouarzazate International (GMMZ/OZZ) has one runway, 12/30, 9,842 ft (3,000 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at GMMZ, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Casablanca
Country
Morocco
MA
Municipality
Ouarzazate
Elevation
3,782 ft
Position
30.9391, -6.9094
Traffic level
Medium
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · GMMZ
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 9,842 ft (3,000 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at GMMZ.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Ouarzazate International (GMMZ / OZZ) in Ouarzazate, Morocco, through one 24/7 OCC desk. GMMZ 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 GMMZ
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Morocco
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Morocco. Applicable permit lead times for Morocco 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 Morocco are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at GMMZ
Direct FBO and handler coordination at GMMZ covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at GMMZ
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at GMMZ is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to GMMZ
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for GMMZ: 30° 56′ 21″ N 6° 54′ 34″ W; elevation 3782 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Ouarzazate
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Ouarzazate. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at GMMZ.
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Cargo Operations at GMMZ
Support for freighter operations into GMMZ covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into GMMZ?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Ouarzazate International — one desk for the whole trip.