What is the tower frequency at GOOY?

The tower frequency at Leopold Sedar Senghor is 118.1 MHz.

What fuel is available at GOOY?

Leopold Sedar Senghor offers Jet A-1.

Does GOOY require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Leopold Sedar Senghor (Senegal).

Does GOOY require slots or PPR?

PPR is required at Leopold Sedar Senghor.

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Leopold Sedar Senghor

Leopold Sedar Senghor (GOOY/DKR) serves Dakar, Senegal. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (03/21, 18/36). Field elevation is 85 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Frequencies 1/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: GOOY
Name: Leopold Sedar Senghor
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 14.7397
Longitude: -17.4902
Elevation: 85 ft
Country: Senegal
Municipality: Dakar
IATA Code: DKR
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Africa/Dakar
Distance from City: 6.9 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 03/21

Designation: 03/21
Dimensions: 4866 X 98
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: NULL
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 18/36

Designation: 18/36
Dimensions: 11450 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://www.aeroportdakar.com/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: ADS / Dakar ATC for slot authorization
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; ADS regulated approx XOF 3000/ton
Parking Fee: XOF 1500/ton per 24h
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: XOF
Remarks: Leopold Sedar Senghor International Airport. Old Dakar airport. Now primarily military/VIP/overflow. GOBD replaced for most commercial traffic.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Total Energies. Fuel available but most commercial traffic now at GOBD (Blaise Diagne).

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Port of entry. CIQ available. Primarily used for VIP, military, and positioning flights. City center location.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: %H:%i
Curfew End: %H:%i
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Restricted operations since GOBD opened. Check NOTAMs for current status. Coastal airport in Dakar city center.

Alternates

GBYD

ICAO: GBYD
Name: Banjul Intl
Distance (NM): 97.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International airport. Visa required for some nationalities. Yellow fever certificate required.

GOSS

ICAO: GOSS
Name: St Louis
Distance (NM): 98.7
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: NOTE: This is the old Saint-Louis airport. GOBD (Blaise Diagne) is the main Dakar gateway.

Airport Services

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Senegal Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 5d Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 72 working hours (3 working days) before departure
Landing Lead Time: 72 working hours (3 working days) before departure

Private / GA Operations:

Private and business jet flights require landing and overflight permits.

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Nearby Airports

GOBD Blaise Diagne International Airport 25 NM GOOK Kaolack Airport 91 NM GBYD Banjul Intl 97 NM GOSS St Louis 99 NM GOSR Richard Toll Airport 147 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at GOOY?: The tower frequency at Leopold Sedar Senghor is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at GOOY?: Leopold Sedar Senghor offers Jet A-1.
Does GOOY require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Leopold Sedar Senghor (Senegal).
Does GOOY require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Leopold Sedar Senghor.

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