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 |
Runways
Due to security reasons only runway 05 is usable for landings and take offs
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Runway #1 |
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|---|---|
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Runway Dimensions |
3,000 m x 45m |
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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 |
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|---|---|
|
Present (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Largest helicopter that can land |
Mi-26 |
|
Width and Length (metres) |
50 m x 50m |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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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 |
|
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 |
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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 | $1.18 / litre |
| Avgas | N/A |
Cargo Terminal Charges
These charges are not applicable to UNHAS because they have a flat rate per flight.
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Import |
Rate US$ / kg |
|---|---|
|
Handling Charge per kg |
$0.09 |
|
Break Bulk Fee |
$0.09 |
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Diplomatic Mail |
n/a |
|
Strong Room - per consignment |
n/a |
|
Cold Storage Fee |
n/a |
|
Delivery outside normal working hours |
n/a |
|
Preparation of substitute AOA - Invoice - Receipt |
n/a |
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Storage per kg per day - Grace period? hours |
n/a |
|
Export |
Rate US$ / kg |
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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/
