Nelson Mandela International Airport
GVNP / RAI
Runways, frequencies and reference data for Nelson Mandela International Airport, Praia. Free to read; the full diagram, charts and AIP text are in the Choppy app.
- ICAO
- GVNP
- IATA
- RAI
- Location
- Praia, Cape Verde
- Reference point
- 14°56'28.1"N 23°29'05.0"W
- Elevation
- 230 ft
- Magnetic variation
- —
- Hours
- —
- Runways
- 1
- Sunrise · Sunset (UTC, today)
- — · —
- Civil twilight (UTC, today)
- — · —
Airport diagram
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Headings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 2,100 m (6,890 ft) | 45 m | ASP | 03 022° T21 202° T |
Frequencies
| Service | Callsign | Frequency | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| APP | PRAIA APP | 118.2 MHz | — |
| TWR | PRAIA TWR | 118.2 MHz | — |
Everything else about GVNP is in the app
- Official charts where the AIP publishes them
- AIP AD 2 text for airports whose AIP publishes it
- Zoomable airport diagram with taxiways, stands and holding points
- Offline country packs, updated every AIRAC cycle
- Your flights at GVNP: every landing here in your logbook, with currency computed automatically
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Frequently asked
How many runways does Nelson Mandela International Airport (GVNP) have?
GVNP has 1 runway: 03/21. The longest, 03/21, 2,100 m (6,890 ft).
What is the elevation of GVNP?
The aerodrome elevation of Nelson Mandela International Airport is 230 ft.
What is the tower frequency at GVNP?
Nelson Mandela International Airport tower (PRAIA TWR) is on 118.2 MHz. Always confirm frequencies against the current AIP or ATIS.
Where can I get the GVNP airport diagram and charts?
The Choppy pilot logbook app shows a zoomable GVNP airport diagram with taxiways, stands and holding points. Diagrams, charts and offline packs are part of Choppy Pro.
Reference only, not for operational use. Verify every figure against the current AIP, NOTAMs and ATIS before flight.