International hub · Nouadhibou, Mauritania
Nouadhibou
- Elevation
- 24 ft
- Coordinates
- 20°56′N 17°02′W
- Local time
- Africa/El Aaiun
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Field information
GQPP runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Nouadhibou (GQPP/NDB) has one runway, 02/20, 7,961 ft (2,427 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). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at GQPP, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/El Aaiun
Country
Mauritania
MR
Municipality
Nouadhibou
Elevation
24 ft
Position
20.9324, -17.0302
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · GQPP
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 7,961 ft (2,427 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at GQPP.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Nouadhibou (GQPP / NDB) in Nouadhibou, Mauritania, through one 24/7 OCC desk. GQPP 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 GQPP
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 GQPP
Direct FBO and handler coordination at GQPP covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at GQPP
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at GQPP is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to GQPP
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for GQPP: 20° 55′ 57″ N 17° 1′ 49″ W; elevation 24 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Nouadhibou
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Nouadhibou. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at GQPP.
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Cargo Operations at GQPP
Support for freighter operations into GQPP covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into GQPP?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Nouadhibou — one desk for the whole trip.