International hub · Bosaso, Somalia
Bosaso/Bender Qassim Intl
- Elevation
- 3 ft
- Coordinates
- 11°17′N 49°08′E
- Local time
- Africa/Mogadishu
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Field information
HCMF runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Bosaso/Bender Qassim Intl (HCMF/BSA) has 2 runways; the longest, 09/27, is 7,874 ft (2,400 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Operating hours: Dly 0330-1430, O/T O/R. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at HCMF, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Mogadishu
Country
Somalia
SO
Municipality
Bosaso
Elevation
3 ft
Position
11.2752, 49.1392
Traffic level
Medium
Fuel
Jet A-1
Operating hours
Dly 0330-1430, O/T O/R
Runways · HCMF
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 7,874 ft (2,400 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | — |
| 01/19 | 3,550 ft (1,082 m) | 115 ft | graded earth | — |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at HCMF.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Bosaso/Bender Qassim Intl (HCMF / BSA) in Bosaso, Somalia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. HCMF 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 HCMF
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Somalia
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Somalia. Applicable permit lead times for Somalia 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 Somalia are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at HCMF
Direct FBO and handler coordination at HCMF covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at HCMF
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at HCMF is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to HCMF
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for HCMF: 11° 16′ 31″ N 49° 8′ 21″ E; elevation 3 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Bosaso
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Bosaso. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at HCMF.
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Cargo Operations at HCMF
Support for freighter operations into HCMF covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where HCMF sits in the network
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Operating into HCMF?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Bosaso/Bender Qassim Intl — one desk for the whole trip.