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Moshoeshoe I Intl (FXMM/MSU) — Maseru, Lesotho
Moshoeshoe I Intl (FXMM/MSU) serves Maseru, Lesotho. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (04/22, 11/29). Field elevation is 5348 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Info
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Runways
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Frequencies
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Operations
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Fuel
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Contacts
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Additional Info
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: FXMM
- Name: Moshoeshoe I Intl
- Type: medium_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: -29.462299
- Longitude: 27.5525
- Elevation: 5348 ft
- Country: Lesotho
- Municipality: Maseru
- IATA Code: MSU
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: FAJO
- Timezone: Africa/Maseru
- Distance from City: 18.0 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 04/22
- Designation: 04/22
- Dimensions: N/A
- Surface: N/A
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: N/A
- NAVAIDs: N/A
- Approach Types: N/A
- Remarks: Displaced threshold RWY 22: 656 ft. RWY 04 elev 5325 ft, RWY 22 elev 5320 ft. Mag var 24.7W. ILS LOC freq 108.90 MHz (3.0° GS). VOR-DME MZV at 2.0 NM from RWY 04 threshold, NDB ME at 1.35 NM from RWY 22 threshold. Lighting: edge, threshold, MALS/ALSF-II
Runway 11/29
- Designation: 11/29
- Dimensions: N/A
- Surface: N/A
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: N/A
- NAVAIDs: N/A
- Approach Types: N/A
- Remarks: VFR only, no instrument approaches. Lighting: edge, threshold, REIL-OMNI
Frequencies
- Tower: 118.500 MHz
- Ground: 121.700 MHz
- Operations: 120.700 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 118.500 MHz
- ATIS: N/A
Operation Hours
Monday
04:00
–
18:00
Tuesday
04:00
–
18:00
Wednesday
04:00
–
18:00
Thursday
04:00
–
18:00
Friday
04:00
–
18:00
Saturday
04:00
–
18:00
Sunday
04:00
–
18:00
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Sun-Fri 06:00-20:00 local (04:00-18:00 UTC). Sat H24. Tower hours match airport ops. Traffic pattern altitude 6348 ft MSL
Contacts
- AIS Tel: +266 22311348
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +266 22350777
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: http://www.civilair.org.ls/
- Remarks: DCA address: PO Box 629, 0100 Maseru, Lesotho. Lesotho Revenue Service (customs): +266 22313796
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: +266 22311348
- Remarks: No slot coordination or PPR required. DCA email: [email protected]
Customs
- Open: 04:00
- Close: 18:00
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Airport of entry. All aircraft must clear CIQ before proceeding to domestic aerodromes. Hours 06:00-20:00 local (UTC+2). Sat H24 with airport ops. Customs managed by Lesotho Revenue Service (+266 22313796)
Fees
- Landing Fee: Lesotho AIP FAL 3-1 defines fees and charges (PDF available at airportdata.com) but specific rates not extractable from public sources
- Parking Fee: N/A
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: LSL
- Remarks: Fee schedule published in Lesotho AIP FAL 3-1. Ground handling mandatory for all flights. Contact airport for current rates
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-04
- Remarks: Jet fuel generally available but supply subject to change. Confirm availability before arrival. Contact: [email protected]
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: International airport of entry. Landing permit required for all flight types (private, charter, cargo). Apply via Lesotho DCA min 24-48 working hours in advance. Required docs: flight schedule, routing, crew/pax details, AOC, COA, COI, CON, COR. Permit valid +72 hours
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: N/A
- Remarks: ICAO Fire Category 6
Alternates
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Active NOTAMs
A0025/25
warning
Customs restriction
THE LESOTHO MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT, CHIEFTAINSHIP, HOME
AFFAIRS AND POLICE HAS ABOLISHED ENTRY VISA FOR LISTED EU COUNTRIES
WITH EFFECT FM 27 MAY 2025: AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, BULGARIA, CROATIA,
CYPRUS, CZECH REPUBLIC DENMARK, ESTONIA, FINLAND, SPAIN (INCLUDING
SPANISH TERRITORIES IN NORTH AFRICA CE…
2025-07-28 08:28:00
Until further notice
B0019/26
caution
Lighting restriction
RWY EDGE LIGHTS TEMPORARILY INSTALLED 0.5M ON THE PAVEMENT OBTACLE
STRIP MAKING
2026-05-01 07:00:00
2026-08-31 23:59:00
B0020/26
caution
Approach lighting out
PAPI ON RWY 04/22 U/S
2026-05-01 07:00:00
2026-08-31 23:59:00
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What are the operating hours of FXMM?
- Moshoeshoe I Intl operates from 04:00 to 18:00.
- What is the tower frequency at FXMM?
- The tower frequency at Moshoeshoe I Intl is 118.5 MHz.
- What fuel is available at FXMM?
- Moshoeshoe I Intl offers JET A-1.
- Is customs available at FXMM?
- Yes, customs at Moshoeshoe I Intl is available from 04:00 to 18:00.
- Where is FXMM located?
- Moshoeshoe I Intl (FXMM) is located in Maseru, Lesotho.
- What is the IATA code for FXMM?
- The IATA code for Moshoeshoe I Intl is MSU.
- Is FXMM a port of entry?
- Yes, Moshoeshoe I Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.