
International hub · San Pedro Sula, Honduras
Ramon Villeda Morales International (La Mesa)
- Elevation
- 91 ft
- Coordinates
- 15°27′N 87°55′W
- Local time
- America/Tegucigalpa
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Field information
MHLM runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Ramon Villeda Morales International (La Mesa) (MHLM/SAP) has one runway, 04/22, 9,203 ft (2,805 m) long of concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. 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 MHLM, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Tegucigalpa
Country
Honduras
HN
Municipality
San Pedro Sula
Elevation
91 ft
Position
15.4526, -87.9236
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · MHLM
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 9,203 ft (2,805 m) | 148 ft | concrete | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at MHLM.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Ramon Villeda Morales International (La Mesa) (MHLM / SAP) in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, through one 24/7 OCC desk. MHLM 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 MHLM
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Honduras
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Honduras. Applicable permit lead times for Honduras 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 Honduras are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at MHLM
Direct FBO and handler coordination at MHLM covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at MHLM
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at MHLM is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to MHLM
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for MHLM: 15° 27′ 9″ N 87° 55′ 25″ W; elevation 91 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in San Pedro Sula
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into San Pedro Sula. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at MHLM.
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Cargo Operations at MHLM
Support for freighter operations into MHLM covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where MHLM sits in the network
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Operating into MHLM?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Ramon Villeda Morales International (La Mesa) — one desk for the whole trip.