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International Hub · Mexico

MMSMNLU

Felipe Ángeles International Airport

Mexico City, Mexico

ICAO

MMSM

IATA

NLU

Category

International Hub

Elevation

7,369 ft

Country

Mexico

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at MMSM

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Felipe Ángeles International Airport (MMSM / NLU) in Mexico City, Mexico, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

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

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.

Ground Handling at MMSM

Direct FBO and handler coordination at MMSM covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Felipe Ángeles International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

Jet A1 Fuel at MMSM

Fuel on record at Felipe Ángeles 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 MMSM

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for MMSM: 19° 44′ 38″ N 99° 0′ 54″ W; elevation 7,369 ft; local time UTC-6.

Crew & Passenger Services in Mexico City

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Mexico City.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at MMSM.

Cargo Operations at MMSM

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

Field Information

Felipe Ángeles International Airport

Latitude
19° 44′ 38″ N
Longitude
99° 0′ 54″ W
ICAO code
MMSM
IATA code
NLU
Municipality
Mexico City
Timezone
UTC-6
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To NLU?

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

Submit flight inquiry for MMSM

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – MMSM

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Felipe Ángeles International Airport?

The ICAO code is MMSM and the IATA code is NLU.

Is Jet A1 available at MMSM?

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

What is the fire category at MMSM?

Felipe Ángeles International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does MMSM operate in?

Felipe Ángeles International Airport operates on UTC-6.

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

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 MMSM.