What is the tower frequency at LSZS?

The tower frequency at Samedan is 135.325 MHz.

Does LSZS require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Samedan (Switzerland).

Where is LSZS located?

Samedan (LSZS) is located in Samedan, Switzerland.

What is the IATA code for LSZS?

The IATA code for Samedan is SMV.

How long is the runway at LSZS?

The main runway at Samedan (03/21) measures 5905 X 130.

Is LSZS a port of entry?

Yes, Samedan is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Samedan (LSZS/SMV) — Samedan, Switzerland

Samedan (LSZS/SMV) serves Samedan, Switzerland. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (03/21). Field elevation is 5600 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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83% Data Complete 43 of 52 points

Missing: Operations, Contacts

Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Observed Activity · Jul 18

1 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 06:00Z

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-07-09

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: LSZS
Name: Samedan
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 46.5341
Longitude: 9.88411
Elevation: 5600 ft
Country: Switzerland
Municipality: Samedan
IATA Code: SMV
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/Zurich
Distance from City: 0.7 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 03/21

Designation: 03/21
Dimensions: 5905 X 130
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NULL
Approach Types: RNAV (GNSS), VFR
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 135.325 MHz
Ground: 121.600 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 136.600 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday N/A

Tuesday N/A

Wednesday N/A

Thursday N/A

Friday N/A

Saturday N/A

Sunday 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

Fees

Landing Fee: CHF 14.72 per tonne MTOW
Parking Fee: CHF 8.86 per tonne MTOW per 24 hours
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: CHF
Remarks: Standard airport charges apply at Samedan (Engadin). Contact airport authority for details.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Multiple fuel suppliers at Samedan (Engadin). Price competitive; volume discounts above 5,000 liters.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Schengen airport. Customs and immigration for non-Schengen arrivals. Gen dec required 24 hours in advance at Samedan (Engadin).

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No curfew at Samedan (Engadin). Noise abatement procedures apply during night hours. Preferential runway system may be in effect.

Alternates

LSZA

ICAO: LSZA
Name: Lugano
Distance (NM): 51.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Customs and immigration for non-Schengen arrivals. Gen dec required 24 hours in advance at Lugano.

LOIH

ICAO: LOIH
Name: Dornbirn
Distance (NM): 51.6
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Hohenems.

LIME

ICAO: LIME
Name: Orio Al Serio
Distance (NM): 52.2
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Bergamo-Orio al Serio.

LILY

ICAO: LILY
Name: Como
Distance (NM): 54.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Aosta.

LSZR

ICAO: LSZR
Name: Altenrhein
Distance (NM): 58.6
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Customs and immigration for non-Schengen arrivals. Gen dec required 24 hours in advance at St. Gallen-Altenrhein.

Airport Services

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Switzerland Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: Conditional
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: 5 working days (non-EU/EFTA carriers). EU/EFTA: no permit needed.
Landing Lead Time: 5 working days (non-EU/EFTA commercial). EU/EFTA: no permit needed. Applications must include full aircraft and flight details.

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt. Customs required for non-Schengen arrivals.

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Active NOTAMs

B1295/26 caution

Aerodrome closed

AD CLSD EXC EMERG DUE TO AIR DISPLAY.

2026-07-28 11:50:00 2026-07-29 12:35:00

B1348/26 critical

Only runway closed

RWY 03/21 CLSD DUE TO LCA EVENT.

2026-07-24 11:15:31 Until further notice

B1296/26 info

Aerodrome restriction

EXP DLA AND LTD PRKG SPACE DUE TO LCA EVENT.

2026-07-29 06:00:00 2026-07-29 17:00:00

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Nearby Airports

LILO Sondrio Caiolo Airport 23 NM LSZE Bad Ragaz Airport 33 NM LSML Lodrino Air Base 40 NM LSVD Clariden-Hüfifirn 45 NM LSZM Mollis Airport 47 NM LSZL Locarno Airport 47 NM LSPM Ambri Airport 49 NM LILV Valbrembo Airport 50 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at LSZS?: The tower frequency at Samedan is 135.325 MHz.
What fuel is available at LSZS?: Samedan offers Jet A-1.
Does LSZS require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Samedan (Switzerland).
Where is LSZS located?: Samedan (LSZS) is located in Samedan, Switzerland.
What is the IATA code for LSZS?: The IATA code for Samedan is SMV.
How long is the runway at LSZS?: The main runway at Samedan (03/21) measures 5905 X 130.
Is LSZS a port of entry?: Yes, Samedan is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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