International hub · Nouakchott, Mauritania
Nouakchott Oumtounsy International
- Elevation
- 9 ft
- Coordinates
- 18°19′N 15°58′W
- Local time
- Africa/Nouakchott
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Field information
GQNO runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Nouakchott Oumtounsy International (GQNO/NKC) has 2 runways; the longest, 16/34, is 11,155 ft (3,400 m) of concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at GQNO, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Nouakchott
Country
Mauritania
MR
Municipality
Nouakchott
Elevation
9 ft
Position
18.3100, -15.9697
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · GQNO
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 11,155 ft (3,400 m) | 197 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 06/24 | 7,875 ft (2,400 m) | 148 ft | concrete | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at GQNO.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Nouakchott Oumtounsy International (GQNO / NKC) in Nouakchott, Mauritania, through one 24/7 OCC desk. GQNO 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 GQNO
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Mauritania
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Mauritania. Applicable permit lead times for Mauritania 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 Mauritania are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at GQNO
Direct FBO and handler coordination at GQNO covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at GQNO
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at GQNO is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to GQNO
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for GQNO: 18° 18′ 36″ N 15° 58′ 11″ W; elevation 9 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Nouakchott
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Nouakchott. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at GQNO.
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Cargo Operations at GQNO
Support for freighter operations into GQNO covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
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Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Nouakchott Oumtounsy International — one desk for the whole trip.