What are the operating hours of SAWC?

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport operates from 10:00 to 01:00 (on request).

What fuel is available at SAWC?

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.

Does SAWC require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (Argentina).

Is customs available at SAWC?

Yes, customs at El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport is available from 13:00 to 22:00.

Does SAWC require slots or PPR?

Slots are required and PPR is required at El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport.

Where is SAWC located?

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (SAWC) is located in El Calafate, Argentina.

Is SAWC a port of entry?

Yes, El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (SAWC/FTE) — El Calafate, Argentina

El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (SAWC/FTE) serves El Calafate, Argentina. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (07/25). Field elevation is 669 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 3/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-08

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SAWC
Name: El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -50.2803
Longitude: -72.053101
Elevation: 669 ft
Country: Argentina
Municipality: El Calafate
IATA Code: FTE
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: SACF
Timezone: America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos
Distance from City: 17.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 07/25

Designation: 07/25
Dimensions: 8374 X 148
Surface: Concrete
PCN: N/A
Lighting: N/A
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.200 MHz
Ground: 121.800 MHz
Operations: 119.950 MHz
Traffic/Approach: Approach 119.950 MHz; Tower 118.200 MHz (1000-0100Z MHz
ATIS: 127.850 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 10:00 – 01:00

Tuesday 10:00 – 01:00

Wednesday 10:00 – 01:00

Thursday 10:00 – 01:00

Friday 10:00 – 01:00

Saturday 10:00 – 01:00

Sunday 10:00 – 01:00

Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Standard hours 10:00-01:00 UTC (07:00-22:00 local ART, UTC-3). Operations outside these hours available on request.

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +54 2902 491220
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: +54 2902 491220
Website: https://www.aeropuertoelcalafate.com/en/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: Yes
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: [email protected]
Remarks: Slots required for scheduled commercial and cargo operations via AA2000. PPR recommended for all international flights. GA domestic operations do not require slots.

Customs

Open: 13:00
Close: 22:00
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Local hours approx 1000-1900 (UTC-3). On request outside scheduled hours with prior notice. No US CBP preclearance.

Fees

Landing Fee: N/A
Parking Fee: N/A
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: ARS
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Landing permit required for non-scheduled GA flights — apply via ANAC Argentina in advance.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Maximum wingspan 45 m. Fire protection category 7. No daylight saving time observed (UTC-3 year-round).

Alternates

SAWG

ICAO: SAWG
Name: Norberto Fernandez
Distance (NM): 130.6
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: N/A

SAWU

ICAO: SAWU
Name: Santa Cruz Airport
Distance (NM): 134.4
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: Domestic only. No immigration facilities. Remote Patagonian location.

SAWJ

ICAO: SAWJ
Name: Capitan D Daniel Vazquez Airport
Distance (NM): 174.5
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Port of entry. Customs available. Shared military/civilian operations. Naval aviation base.

Airport Services

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Argentina Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: 48-72 working hours (apply Mon-Fri 0800-1600 local / 1100-1900 UTC)
Landing Lead Time: 48-72 working hours (standard); 7 business days (charter Class C+ or Falkland Islands via Argentine airspace)

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights need ANAC notification. Customs clearance at designated international airports only.

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Active NOTAMs

A1717/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

AD HEAD OFFICE TEL NR +54911 38985232 AND COOR MOVIL NR +54911 28860280 U/S, COOR TEL NR +54 2966611833 AND TEL NR +54911 38805105

2026-05-04 12:40:00 2026-08-01 12:12:00

A1706/26 warning

ATC restriction

ATIS FREQ 127.85 MHZ U/S

2026-05-02 17:24:00 2026-07-30 23:55:00

A2303/26 caution

Approach lighting out

PAPI RWY 25 U/S

2026-06-10 22:00:00 2026-09-09 23:55:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of SAWC?: El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport operates from 10:00 to 01:00 (on request).
What is the tower frequency at SAWC?: The tower frequency at El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport is 118.200 MHz.
What fuel is available at SAWC?: El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.
Does SAWC require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (Argentina).
Is customs available at SAWC?: Yes, customs at El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport is available from 13:00 to 22:00.
Does SAWC require slots or PPR?: Slots are required and PPR is required at El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport.
Where is SAWC located?: El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (SAWC) is located in El Calafate, Argentina.
What is the IATA code for SAWC?: The IATA code for El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport is FTE.
How long is the runway at SAWC?: The main runway at El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport (07/25) measures 8374 X 148.
Is SAWC a port of entry?: Yes, El Calafate - Commander Armando Tola International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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