International hub · Conakry, Guinea
Conakry Gbessia
- Elevation
- 72 ft
- Coordinates
- 9°35′N 13°37′W
- Local time
- Africa/Conakry
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Field information
GUCY runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Conakry Gbessia (GUCY/CKY) has one runway, 06/24, 10,826 ft (3,300 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. 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 GUCY, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Conakry
Country
Guinea
GN
Municipality
Conakry
Elevation
72 ft
Position
9.5769, -13.6120
Traffic level
Medium
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · GUCY
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 10,826 ft (3,300 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at GUCY.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Conakry Gbessia (GUCY / CKY) in Conakry, Guinea, through one 24/7 OCC desk. GUCY 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 GUCY
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Guinea
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Guinea. Applicable permit lead times for Guinea 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 are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at GUCY
Direct FBO and handler coordination at GUCY covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at GUCY
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at GUCY is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to GUCY
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for GUCY: 9° 34′ 37″ N 13° 36′ 43″ W; elevation 72 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Conakry
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Conakry. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at GUCY.
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Cargo Operations at GUCY
Support for freighter operations into GUCY covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where GUCY sits in the network
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Operating into GUCY?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Conakry Gbessia — one desk for the whole trip.