Conakry International Airport GUCY: Conakry International Airport, also known as Gbessia International Airport, is located in Conakry – the capital of the Republic of Guinea in West Africa.
Serves:
Conakry
Country:
Guinea
ICAO:
GUCY
IATA:
CKY
Elevation:
72ft/22m
Coordinates:
09°34′36.80″N 13°36′43.06″W
Airport type:
International
Tower frequency:
118.7
Ground frequency:
129.1
Number of runways:
2
Timezone:
UTC
Fire category:
CAT 8
Surface:
Asphalt
AOE:
Yes
On the Ground
Longest runway: 3300 x 45 meters
PCN: 73/F/B/W/T
Equipment available: All equipment is available here
Navaid: Yes
Type of A/C handled: Up to B747
Terminal capacity: 1,500,000 annually
Cargo capacity: 35,000 mt annually
Fuel types: Jet A-1
There is no FBO at this airport
The airport is approximately km from the city
Operational Information
Typical lead time for permit approval is 48 hours
PPR is not required
Slots are not required
Alternate airports: GBYD, GFLL, GOBD
Contact numbers
Police: +224 657 765 370
Fire: +224 656999018
Customs: +224 664280017 / 622593779
Airport authority: +224 656999016 / 622907257
Tourist Information
Immigration rules that all global visitors crew must present a visa and valid passport
The crew must be in uniform and have a passport, visa, and be on the Gendec
Ground transport includes car rentals, buses, hotel shuttles, and non-metred taxis (negotiate the price before entering – typical fare to city centre is 10,000 – 20,000 FG)
Accommodation available at Noom Hotel, Sheraton Grand, and Palm Camayenne
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