Atar International Airport (IATA: ATR, ICAO: GQPA) serves Atar, MR.
Atar International Airport (IATA: ATR, ICAO: GQPA) is a public airport serving Atar, Mauritania.
Operations: The airport is open to both Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Visual Flight Rules (VFR) traffic upon request. Fueling services are available through STAR - MILITAIRE. The airport has one asphalt runway, 04/22, measuring 3,004 meters (9,855 feet). The airport's fire fighting category is level 5.
Notable Features and History: During World War II, Atar International Airport was utilized by the United States Army Air Forces Air Transport Command as a stopover for cargo, transiting aircraft, and personnel on the North African Cairo-Dakar transport route. It served as a connection point between Dakar Airport to the south and Agadir Airport to the north.
Current Status: Atar International Airport is currently operational. It is owned by the Mauritanian government. The airport is located 1.01 nautical miles southeast of Atar city center.
*Sources researched: en.wikipedia.org, aim.asecna.aero, airportguide.com, airports-worldwide.com, skyvector.com*
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Where is Atar International Airport located?
Atar International Airport is located in Atar, MR, at an elevation of 734 ft. Its IATA code is ATR and ICAO code is GQPA.