Tambacounda Airport (GOTT)
Medium airport · Tambacounda, Tambacounda Region, Senegal
Airport data
| Name | Tambacounda Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | GOTT |
| IATA | TUD |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 13°44'12" W 13°39'11" 13.73680, -13.65310 |
| Location | Tambacounda, Tambacounda Region, Senegal |
| Scheduled service | No |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 6,562 ft (2000 m) | 98 ft | ASP | Yes |
Tambacounda Airport at a glance
Tambacounda Airport is a medium airport in Tambacounda, Tambacounda Region, Senegal, known to airline systems as TUD. The field elevation of 161 ft (49 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at GOTT are all figured from it. There is no scheduled airline service listed here — typical traffic is general aviation, training and local operations.
The single runway, 06/24, offers 6,562 ft (2000 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 06 points roughly 60° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for GOTT shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Tambacounda Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bakel Airport | GOTB | 178 km (96 NM) |
| Kédougou Airport | GOTK | 202 km (109 NM) |
| Ouro Sogui Airport | GOSM | 210 km (113 NM) |
| Kayes Dag Dag Airport | GAKD | 257 km (139 NM) |
| Kaolack Airport | GOOK | 263 km (142 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Tambacounda Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 161 ft field elevation of Tambacounda Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 10 airports and airfields we list for Senegal — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Tambacounda Airport
What is the ICAO code of Tambacounda Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Tambacounda Airport is GOTT, and its IATA code is TUD. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Tambacounda Airport above sea level?
Tambacounda Airport sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Tambacounda Airport located?
The airport lies at 13.7368, -13.6531 — in Tambacounda, Tambacounda Region, Senegal, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Bakel Airport, about 178 km away.
Does GOTT publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for GOTT appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Tambacounda Airport?
Tambacounda Airport has one runway. The longest, 06/24, measures 6,562 ft (2000 m) with a ASP surface.