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Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel International Airport (SAWE/RGA) — Rio Grande, Argentina

At a glance

Operating hours
09:00–03:00 UTC (on request)
Customs
12:00–22:00 UTC (on request)
Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL
Tower
118.300
Runways
07/25, 08/26
Elevation
65 ft

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Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 2/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 10/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SAWE
  • Name: Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel International Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: -53.777699
  • Longitude: -67.749397
  • Elevation: 65 ft
  • Country: Argentina
  • Municipality: Rio Grande
  • IATA Code: RGA
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: SACF
  • Timezone: America/Argentina/Ushuaia
  • Distance from City: 9.7 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 07/25

  • Designation: 07/25
  • Dimensions: 6562 X 131
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 054/R/C/W/T
  • Lighting: MIRL
  • NAVAIDs: ILS/DME Rwy 25 (LOC 109.5); VOR-DME GRA 117.30 on field; NDB GRA on field
  • Approach Types: ILS, VOR/DME
  • Remarks: Rwy 25: true heading 268°, TODA 6726 ft, LDA 6561 ft, elevation 44 ft, slope -0.3°. Rwy 07: true heading 088°, TODA 6741 ft, LDA 6561 ft, elevation 64 ft, slope +0.3°. PCN evaluation: Technical. Tire pressure: no limit. Subgrade: low. Rigid pavement.

Runway 08/26

  • Designation: 08/26
  • Dimensions: 6562 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: MIRL
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: Secondary runway. Dimensions per : 2000 x 45 m. Rwy 08 heading 076°, elevation 63 ft. Rwy 26 heading 256°, elevation 43 ft.

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.300 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: 120.200 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: Tower 118.300 MHz; Approach 118.300 MHz MHz
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 09:00 – 03:00
Tuesday 09:00 – 03:00
Wednesday 09:00 – 03:00
Thursday 09:00 – 03:00
Friday 09:00 – 03:00
Saturday 09:00 – 03:00
Sunday 09:00 – 03:00
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: 0900–0300 UTC. Control tower same hours: 0900–0300 UTC.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: +542964492351
  • Admin Tel: +542964492351
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.aa2000.com.ar/rio-grande
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Customs

  • Open: 12:00
  • Close: 22:00
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: Customs available on request.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: N/A
  • Parking Fee: N/A
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • 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
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: No US CBP preclearance. Landing permit may be required for non-scheduled international flights.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 03:00
  • Curfew End: 09:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: Airport 9 km NW of Rio Grande. Magnetic variation 12°E. Fire category 7. Joint civil and military use. No rotating beacon.

Alternates

SAWH

  • ICAO: SAWH
  • Name: Malvinas Argentinas
  • Distance (NM): 66.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: No US CBP preclearance. Landing permit may be required depending on aircraft type.

SAWG

  • ICAO: SAWG
  • Name: Norberto Fernandez
  • Distance (NM): 141.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

SAWU

  • ICAO: SAWU
  • Name: Santa Cruz Airport
  • Distance (NM): 227.6
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: Domestic only. No immigration facilities. Remote Patagonian location.

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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

A4218/26
warning
Aerodrome restriction
AD HR SER REST O/R ONLY SAN, HUM AND SAR FLT
2026-10-09 13:20 UTC 2027-01-06 19:00 UTC
A4220/26
info
TWR HR SER
2026-10-09 13:20 UTC 2027-01-06 19:00 UTC
A4221/26
info
ARO HR SER
2026-10-09 13:20 UTC 2027-01-06 19:00 UTC

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Nearby Airports

SCBI Pampa Guanaco Airport 41 NM SCSS San Sebastián Airport 43 NM SA15 Lago Fagnano North Airport 48 NM SAWL Tolhuin Lago Fagnano Airport 48 NM SCFN Russfin Airport 49 NM SCAZ Azopardo Airport 59 NM SAWH Malvinas Argentinas 67 NM SCGZ Guardiamarina Zañartu Airport 69 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of SAWE?
Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel International Airport operates from 09:00 to 03:00 (on request).
What is the tower frequency at SAWE?
The tower frequency at Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel International Airport is 118.300 MHz.
What fuel is available at SAWE?
Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel International Airport offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.
Does SAWE require landing permits?
It depends on the flight. Private flights need ANAC notification. Customs clearance at designated international airports only. Permit details for Argentina
Is customs available at SAWE?
Yes, customs at Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel International Airport is available from 12:00 to 22:00.
Where is SAWE located?
Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel International Airport (SAWE) is located in Rio Grande, Argentina.
What is the IATA code for SAWE?
The IATA code for Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel International Airport is RGA.
Does SAWE have an ILS approach?
Yes, Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel International Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 07/25.
Is SAWE a port of entry?
Yes, Gobernador Ramón Trejo Noel International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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