What is the tower frequency at GVAC?

The tower frequency at Amilcar Cabral is 119.7 MHz.

Does GVAC require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Amilcar Cabral (Cabo Verde).

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Amilcar Cabral

Amilcar Cabral (GVAC/SID) serves Sal, Cabo Verde. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (01/19, 07/25). Field elevation is 177 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 0/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 4/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: GVAC
Name: Amilcar Cabral
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 16.7414
Longitude: -22.9494
Elevation: 177 ft
Country: Cabo Verde
Municipality: Sal
IATA Code: SID
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Distance from City: 2.6 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01/19

Designation: 01/19
Dimensions: 10735 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 07/25

Designation: 07/25
Dimensions: 4921 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: NULL
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 119.700 MHz
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: 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: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: No
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Cabo Verde Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure; 1 working day minimum for non-scheduled
Landing Lead Time: 1 working day before intended landing for non-scheduled flights

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require permits. AOC not required for private aircraft.

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Nearby Airports

GVBA Rabil Airport 36 NM GVSN Preguiça Airport 77 NM GVMA Maio Airport 96 NM GVNP Praia International Airport 114 NM GVMT Mosteiros Airport 130 NM GVSF São Filipe Airport 142 NM GVBR Esperadinha Airport 153 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at GVAC?: The tower frequency at Amilcar Cabral is 119.7 MHz.
Does GVAC require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Amilcar Cabral (Cabo Verde).

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