Omboue Hospital Airport — Omboue, Gabon
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Omboue Hospital Airport (Omboue) is OMB — its ICAO code is FOOH.
Distance & flight time from OMB
Omboue Hospital Airport
OMB is Omboue Hospital Airport, located in Omboue, a coastal town in Gabon near the Ogooué-Maritime province. As the name suggests, the airport has historical ties to medical and missionary aviation, having supported hospital logistics and remote healthcare delivery in this part of equatorial Africa. Omboue sits near the Fernan Vaz lagoon and is a gateway to the Loango National Park region, known for its wildlife and eco-tourism potential. OMB primarily accommodates small aircraft due to limited infrastructure, supporting domestic connections to Port-Gentil and other Gabonese cities. The airport plays an outsized role in a region where road networks remain underdeveloped and river or air transport dominate.
Runways at Omboue Hospital Airport (OMB)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 5285 ft (1611 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Omboue Hospital Airport (OMB)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | INFO | 122.5 MHz |
Airports near Omboue Hospital Airport (OMB)
- Port Gentil International Airport (POG) — 111.4 km (69.2 mi)
- Lambarene Airport (LBQ) — 146.0 km (90.7 mi)
- Mouilla Ville Airport (MJL) — 201.7 km (125.3 mi)
- Libreville Leon M'ba International Airport (LBV) — 226.7 km (140.9 mi)
- Corisco International Airport (OCS) — 276.5 km (171.8 mi)
- Koulamoutou Mabimbi Airport (KOU) — 356.0 km (221.2 mi)
- São Tomé International Airport (TMS) — 357.2 km (222.0 mi)
- Bata International Airport (BSG) — 391.7 km (243.4 mi)
OMB is Omboue Hospital Airport in Gabon, a small airfield linked to medical aviation history and access to the Loango National Park eco-tourism area.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Omboue Hospital Airport?
The IATA code for Omboue Hospital Airport is OMB.
What is the ICAO code for Omboue Hospital Airport?
The ICAO code for Omboue Hospital Airport is FOOH. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.