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Moshoeshoe I Intl (FXMM/MSU) — Maseru, Lesotho

At a glance

Operating hours
04:00–18:00 UTC
Customs
04:00–18:00 UTC
Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
JET A-1
Tower
118.5
Runways
04/22, 11/29
Elevation
5,348 ft

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Runways 1/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
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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
  • APIS 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

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: ICAO Fire Category 6

Alternates

FABL

  • ICAO: FABL
  • Name: Bram Fischer Intl
  • Distance (NM): 69.1
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: International airport. CIQ available on request. Limited international traffic. Judicial capital of SA.

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NOTAMs

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Frequently 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.
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