
International hub · Mazatlan, Mexico
Mazatlan/Gen. Rafael Buelna
- Elevation
- 38 ft
- Coordinates
- 23°10′N 106°16′W
- Local time
- America/Mazatlan
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Field information
MMMZ runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Mazatlan/Gen. Rafael Buelna (MMMZ/MZT) has one runway, 09/27, 8,868 ft (2,703 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 MMMZ, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Mazatlan
Country
Mexico
MX
Municipality
Mazatlàn
Elevation
38 ft
Position
23.1628, -106.2645
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · MMMZ
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 8,868 ft (2,703 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at MMMZ.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Mazatlan/Gen. Rafael Buelna (MMMZ / MZT) in Mazatlan, Mexico, through one 24/7 OCC desk. MMMZ 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 MMMZ
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Mexico
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Mexico. Applicable permit lead times for Mexico 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 Mexico are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at MMMZ
Direct FBO and handler coordination at MMMZ covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at MMMZ
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at MMMZ is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to MMMZ
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for MMMZ: 23° 9′ 46″ N 106° 15′ 52″ W; elevation 38 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Mazatlan
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Mazatlan. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at MMMZ.
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Cargo Operations at MMMZ
Support for freighter operations into MMMZ covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where MMMZ sits in the network
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Operating into MMMZ?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Mazatlan/Gen. Rafael Buelna — one desk for the whole trip.