What is the tower frequency at OEGS?

The tower frequency at Gassim Airport is 118 MHz.

Does OEGS require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Gassim Airport (Saudi Arabia).

Does OEGS require slots or PPR?

PPR is required at Gassim Airport.

Where is OEGS located?

Gassim Airport (OEGS) is located in Buraidah, Saudi Arabia.

What is the IATA code for OEGS?

The IATA code for Gassim Airport is ELQ.

How long is the runway at OEGS?

The main runway at Gassim Airport (15/33) measures 3000x45m.

Is OEGS a port of entry?

Yes, Gassim Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Gassim Airport (OEGS/ELQ) — Buraidah, Saudi Arabia

Gassim Airport (OEGS/ELQ) serves Buraidah, Saudi Arabia. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (15/33). Field elevation is 2126 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 6/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-02

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: OEGS
Name: Gassim Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 26.302799
Longitude: 43.774399
Elevation: 2126 ft
Country: Saudi Arabia
Municipality: Buraidah
IATA Code: ELQ
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Riyadh
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 15/33

Designation: 15/33
Dimensions: 3000x45m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.000 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: 131.500 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday N/A

Tuesday N/A

Wednesday N/A

Thursday N/A

Friday N/A

Saturday N/A

Sunday 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: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: GACA; coordinate through Saudi Ground Services. Minimum 5 working days for permits.
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approximately 12 SAR per tonne
Parking Fee: First 3 hours free; approximately 8 SAR per tonne per hour thereafter
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: SAR
Remarks: Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz International Airport (Qassim/Buraydah). GACA operated. Central Saudi Arabia agricultural hub.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Saudi Aramco supply. Available during operating hours.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International airport. GACA customs. Hajj/Umrah support. Conservative region.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: No curfew. Elevation 648m (2,126 ft). Desert climate with extreme summer heat. Date-producing region.

Airport Services

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Saudi Arabia Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 3d Landing: 7d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 24-48 hours (minimum); 3 business days recommended
Landing Lead Time: 3 business days (minimum); 5 business days recommended

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require GACA permit with 5-7 days lead time. Handling agent mandatory.

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Active NOTAMs

A2368/26 info

TACAN GAS CH118X OPR ON DME ONLY.

2026-07-20 18:09:00 2026-07-31 23:59:00

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Nearby Airports

OEZL Zilfi Airport 57 NM OE52 Al Artawiyah South Airport 85 NM OEDM King Salman Abdulaziz Airport 113 NM OEPF Pump Station 6 Airport 115 NM OEKK King Khaled Military City Airport 134 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at OEGS?: The tower frequency at Gassim Airport is 118 MHz.
What fuel is available at OEGS?: Gassim Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does OEGS require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Gassim Airport (Saudi Arabia).
Does OEGS require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Gassim Airport.
Where is OEGS located?: Gassim Airport (OEGS) is located in Buraidah, Saudi Arabia.
What is the IATA code for OEGS?: The IATA code for Gassim Airport is ELQ.
How long is the runway at OEGS?: The main runway at Gassim Airport (15/33) measures 3000x45m.
Is OEGS a port of entry?: Yes, Gassim Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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