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2.2.1 Somalia Aden Abdulle International Airport Mogadishu

RunwaysHelicopter Pad(s)Airport Infrastructure DetailsPassenger and Cargo Performance IndicatorAirport Operating DetailsStorage FacilitiesAirfield Cost

Navigation ChargesFuel Services ChargesCargo Terminal ChargesAir-bridge Charges

SecurityCompanies Available 

 

Aden Abdulle International Airport is the former Mogadishu International Airport; it is an international airport serving Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. It is named after Aden Abdullah Osman Daar, the first President of Somalia. Originally a modest sized airport, the facility grew considerably in size in the post-independence period after numerous successive renovation projects. With the outbreak of the civil war in 1991, flight services at Aden Abdulle International airport continued experiencing routine disruptions. However, with the minimal security improvement in Mogadishu during the years 2010-2011, a large-scale rehabilitation of the ground’s infrastructure and services has resumed. By early 2013, the airport had restored most of its facilities and introduced several new features, with further upgrades in the works.

Location Details

Country Somalia Latitude 2.014444

Province / District Benadir Longitude 45.30472

Town or City (Closest) Mogadishu Elevation (ft) 29 feet asl

Airfield Name Aden Abdulle International Airport IATA and ICAO Codes MGQ & HCMM

Open From (hours) 0600  Open To (hours) 1800

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Runways

Due to security reasons only runway 05 is usable for landings and take offs

Runway #1

Runway Dimensions 3,000 m x 45m

Orientation 05/23

Surface Asphalt

Helicopter Pad(s)

It is a helipad used by UNSOA Aviation with 2x Mi-8 and 3 small Euro-copters for SAR

Helipad #1

Present (Yes / No) Yes

Largest helicopter that can land Mi-26

Width and Length (metres) 50 m x 50m

Surface Asphalt & Concrete

Helipad #2

Present (Yes / No) Yes

Largest helicopter that can land Mi-26

Width and Length (metres) 100 m x 50m

Surface Asphalt & Concrete

Airport Infrastructure Details

Customs Yes JET A-1 fuel Yes

Immigration Yes AVGAS 100 No

Terminal Building Yes Single Point Refueling No

Passenger Terminal Yes Air Starter Units Yes

Cargo terminal Yes Ground Power (mobile) Yes

Pax transport to airfield Yes Ground Handling Services Yes

Control Tower Yes Latrine Servicing Yes

Weather Facilities Yes Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) Yes

Catering Services No De-icing Equipment n/a

Base Operating Room Yes Parking Ramp Lighting No

Airport Radar No Approach & Runway Lights Yes

NDB No VOR Yes

ILS No    

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Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator

Performance for 2012 Annual Figures Monthly Daily

Total aircraft movements 8 400 700 23

Total passengers 108 000 9 000 300

Total capacity of the airport (metric tonnes) 9 800 820 27

Current activity of the airport (metric tonnes) 8 400 700 23

Current use by Humanitarian flights (UNHAS) 480 40 1-2

For Security reasons, cargo is taken away from the airport on trucks the day of arrival. 

Airport Operating Details

Operating Details

Maximum sized aircraft which can be offloaded on bulk cargo: IL-76, B767-300

Maximum sized aircraft that can be offloaded on pallet IL-76, B767-300

Total aircraft parking area (m²) 44,000 m²

Storage Area (mt) Yes Cubic Meters (m³) 550 m³

Cargo Handling Equipment Available (Yes / No) Yes If "Yes" specify below

Elevators / Hi Loaders (Yes / No) Yes Max Capacity (mt) 7 MT

Can elevators / hi loaders reach the upper level of a B747 (Yes / No) Yes

Loading Ramps (Yes / No) Yes

Storage Facilities

There are storage facilities in MIA as per described above but hardly used as cargo is removed from airport for security reasons on day of arrival.

Airfield Cost

Navigation Charges

United Nations Humanitarian Air Services (UNHAS) are charged US$50 per landing as agreed with Somalia Civil Aviation and Meteorological Authority (SCAMA) , other aircrafts pay by weight.Payment is made monthly.

Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg)

Navigation (per journey)

USD - $Landing USD

- $

Night Landing

USD - $Night Take-Off

USD - $Parking Handling

Charges

0 20,000 $40 $250 $750 $750 $120 $375

20,001 136,000 $275 Each 1,000 kg x $6.48 $1,500 $1,500 $200 $625

136,001 and over $275 Each 1,000 kg x $6.48 $5,250 $5,250 $200 $1,000

Note 1: Night landing hours are between 18:01 – 05:59 hours

Note 2: Parking charges are for each 4 hours or part therof

Note 3: All charges are administered by DCAMA/SKA and apply to all airports in Mogadishu

Fuel Services Charges

Fuel contracts are handled individually and the service provider is Supreme Fuels 

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  Price per Unit

Jet A-1 $1.18 / litre

Avgas N/A

Cargo Terminal Charges

These charges are not applicable to UNHAS because they have a flat rate per flight. 

Import Rate US$ / kg

Handling Charge per kg $0.09

Break Bulk Fee $0.09

Diplomatic Mail n/a

Strong Room - per consignment n/a

Cold Storage Fee n/a

Delivery outside normal working hours n/a

Preparation of substitute AOA - Invoice - Receipt n/a

Storage per kg per day - Grace period? hours n/a

Export Rate US$ / kg

Handling charges - Unpalletized cargo n/a

International Air WayBill n/a

Local Air WayBill n/a

Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation n/a

Air Way Bill Documentation n/a

Diplomatic Mail n/a

Storage charges per kg per day n/a

Air-bridge Charges

Mogadishu does not have any air-bridges

Security

Safety and security is a priority for the Somali Civil Aviation and Meteorology Authority. When travelling by plane you will be required to go through Passenger Security Screening for a security check. This security check is related to what you are allowed to take with you on board. This is to ensure that you are not carrying any potentially dangerous substances or items that could pose a risk to the passengers and crew or to the security and safety of the aircraft. Mogadishu Aden Abdulle International Airport recommends arrival at the airport at least 2 hours before scheduled flight departure. Passengers are advised to carry ONE piece of hand luggage. Sharp objects should be removed from carry-on luggage and placed in checked-in luggage. Security is provided by AMISOM together with private company and Somali Police.

Companies Available 

For information on Somalia Airport contact details, please see the following link:

4.2.5 Somalia Airport Company Contact List

Information on some aviation service providers can be found at:   http://www.azfreight.com/