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El Aroui Intl (GMMW/NDR) — Nador, Morocco

El Aroui Intl (GMMW/NDR) serves Nador, Morocco. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (08/26). Field elevation is 574 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
Observed Activity · Jul 23
8 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 17:00Z
2026-07-182026-07-23
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: GMMW
  • Name: El Aroui Intl
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 34.9888
  • Longitude: -3.02821
  • Elevation: 574 ft
  • Country: Morocco
  • Municipality: Nador
  • IATA Code: NDR
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: GMMM
  • Timezone: Africa/Casablanca
  • Distance from City: 22.5 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 08/26

  • Designation: 08/26
  • Dimensions: 9842 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: 41/F/A/X/T
  • Lighting: HIRL, REIL, PAPI
  • NAVAIDs: ILS, VOR-DME, NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME
  • Remarks: True alignment 078/258. Elev RWY08: 594ft, RWY26: 570ft. Traffic pattern alt 1574ft MSL. Can handle up to B747.

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.650 MHz
  • Ground: Not published separately — Tower 118.65 MHz and 136.20 MHz serve ground/tower functions; ATIS 125.00 MHz MHz
  • Operations: 136.200 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 126.550 MHz
  • ATIS: 125.000 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

El Aroui Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Airport and ATC tower H24.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +212 536361077
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +212 536361075
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.onda.ma/en/Our-Airports/Nador-El-Aroui-Airport
  • Remarks: Also +212 536361078. Ground handler ASE Morocco: +212 528821937 (after hours: +212 669778866). SITA: HDQDDXH. Swissport also handles at NDR.

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: DGAC Maroc — AFTN: GMMRYAYA
  • Remarks: Landing permit mandatory for all flights.

Customs

  • Open: 00:00
  • Close: 23:59
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: H24. Airport of Entry (AOE).

Fees

  • Landing Fee: N/A
  • Parking Fee: N/A
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: MAD
  • Remarks: Fees set by ONDA. ARFF Cat 7.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-03
  • Remarks: Jet fuel generally available, supply subject to change. No 100LL reported.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Landing permit required via DGAC 48-72h in advance. Docs: AOC, Airworthiness Certificate, Registration, Noise Certificate, Insurance, Radio License, PIC/crew/lead pax names.

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Alternates

GMTA

  • ICAO: GMTA
  • Name: Cherif El Idrissi Intl
  • Distance (NM): 41.4
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

GMFO

  • ICAO: GMFO
  • Name: Angads Intl
  • Distance (NM): 55.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: International airport with CIQ. Near Algerian border (border currently closed). Seasonal European charter traffic.

DAON

  • ICAO: DAON
  • Name: Zenata-Messali El Hadj
  • Distance (NM): 77.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Morocco Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 2d Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require advance notification. Generally processed within 2-3 days.

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Active NOTAMs

A0376/26 info
Aerodrome restriction
GRASS CUTTING IN THE VICINITY OF THE MOV AREA.
2026-05-15 06:00:00 2026-08-14 18:00:00
A0499/26 info
THE AREA IS OFF-LIMITS AND CANNOT BE USED: -PRKG ACFT H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H6, A3 AND A4; -ACCESS ROAD SECTION BTN A3 AREA H AND A4 (COMPLETELY CLSD); -TWY E WILL BE USED FOR ACFT TRAFFIC ONLY FM/TO PRKG A1 AND A2; -TWY W WILL BE USED FOR ACFT TRAFFIC ONLY FM/TO PRKG A5, A6, A7, A8 AND A9.
2026-06-29 16:13:00 2026-07-31 23:59:00
A0498/26 info
CONSTRUCTION WORKS FOR ISOLATED STAND IN PROGRESS. PRESENCE OF PERSONS AND EQPT. CAUTION RECOMMENDED.
2026-06-29 15:01:00 2026-07-31 23:59:00
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at GMMW?
The tower frequency at El Aroui Intl is 118.65 MHz.
What fuel is available at GMMW?
El Aroui Intl offers JET A-1.
Does GMMW require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for El Aroui Intl (Morocco).
Is customs available at GMMW?
Yes, customs at El Aroui Intl is available from 00:00 to 23:59.
Where is GMMW located?
El Aroui Intl (GMMW) is located in Nador, Morocco.
What is the IATA code for GMMW?
The IATA code for El Aroui Intl is NDR.
How long is the runway at GMMW?
The main runway at El Aroui Intl (08/26) measures 9842 X 148.
Does GMMW have an ILS approach?
Yes, El Aroui Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 08/26.
Is GMMW a port of entry?
Yes, El Aroui Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.