Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Somalia

HCMFBSA

Bender Qassim International Airport

Bosaso, Somalia

ICAO

HCMF

IATA

BSA

Category

International Hub

Elevation

3 ft

Country

Somalia

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at HCMF

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Bender Qassim International Airport (HCMF / BSA) in Bosaso, Somalia, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

HCMF is listed in our network as an international hub with medium traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

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.

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.

Jet A1 Fuel at HCMF

Fuel on record at Bender Qassim International Airport: Jet fuel. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

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′ 30″ N 49° 8′ 20″ E; elevation 3 ft; local time UTC+3.

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.

Cargo Operations at HCMF

Support for freighter operations into HCMF covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Bender Qassim International Airport

Latitude
11° 16′ 30″ N
Longitude
49° 8′ 20″ E
ICAO code
HCMF
IATA code
BSA
Municipality
Bosaso
Timezone
UTC+3
Traffic
Medium
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
—
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BSA?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for HCMF.

Submit flight inquiry for HCMF

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – HCMF

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Bender Qassim International Airport?

The ICAO code is HCMF and the IATA code is BSA.

Is Jet A1 available at HCMF?

Yes. Fuel on record at Bender Qassim International Airport is Jet fuel; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What time zone does HCMF operate in?

Bender Qassim International Airport operates on UTC+3.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for HCMF?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for HCMF.