Airport Overview
The airport of Bandar Es Salam is under the supervision of the government company Aéroports Des Comores (ADC).
Approach and landing are assisted by staff on the ground giving support and guidance through VHF communication.
There are 2 to 3 flights per day to Moroni and 2 to 3 flights per week to Anjouan depending on the season. AB Aviation fly Embraer 120 ( 30-seater) for and Inter Islands Air fly 2 aircraft types, SAAB 340 and Cessna 208.
The company AB Aviation also ensure a return flight per week for Mayotte.
The perimeter is only partly fenced, but motorcycle patrols are conducted to ensure that the runway is clear.
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Comores |
Province or District |
Mohéli |
Nearest Town or City |
Fomboni 3 KM |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Aéroport de Bandar Es Salam |
Latitude |
12.29511992 |
Longitude |
43.76166667 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
14 m (46 ft) |
IATA Code |
NWA |
ICAO Code |
FMCI |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Aéroports Des Comores (ADC) |
Management Contact Person |
Me Anritoiti TOIHIR, Regional Director +269 3323572 / +269 4423572 |
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Open from |
6h00 local time |
Open to |
18h00 local time |
Runway
The runway is in poor condition and is due for rehabilitation.
Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
1350 m X 30m |
Runway Orientation |
13 / 31 |
Runway Surface |
Asphalt |
Runway Condition |
Practicable but needs some rehabilitation |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
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Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes, for passengers only |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
Refuelling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
40,500 m² |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
Partially |
Windsock |
Yes |
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Fuel Services Charges
There is no refueling service.
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
Invoices are made on the spot and royalties must be paid to ADC Moroni.
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