What is the tower frequency at SBCF?

The tower frequency at Tancredo Neves is 118.200, 121.500 MHz.

Does SBCF require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Tancredo Neves (Brazil).

Is customs available at SBCF?

Yes, customs at Tancredo Neves is available from 00:00:00 to 23:59:59.

Where is SBCF located?

Tancredo Neves (SBCF) is located in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.

What is the IATA code for SBCF?

The IATA code for Tancredo Neves is CNF.

How long is the runway at SBCF?

The main runway at Tancredo Neves (16/34) measures 11811 X 148.

Does SBCF have an ILS approach?

Yes, Tancredo Neves has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 16/34.

Is SBCF a port of entry?

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

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Tancredo Neves (SBCF/CNF) — Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Tancredo Neves (SBCF/CNF) serves Belo Horizonte, Brazil. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (16/34). Field elevation is 2721 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 3/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 2/2

Additional Info 9/10

Data last updated: 2026-07-13

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SBCF
Name: Tancredo Neves
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -19.624443
Longitude: -43.970833
Elevation: 2721 ft
Country: Brazil
Municipality: Belo Horizonte
IATA Code: CNF
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: SBBS
Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
Distance from City: 33.3 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 16/34

Designation: 16/34
Dimensions: 11811 X 148
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 75/F/B/W/T
Lighting: ALS, PAPI (MEHT 16:61ft, 34:63ft), Edge, Threshold, Taxiway, Emergency (L18)
NAVAIDs: ILS/DME ITN RWY 16 (110.3, back course NOT available, LLZ not beyond 35deg), ILS/DME ICF RWY 34 (109.7), VOR/DME CNF (114.4)
Approach Types: ILS CAT I (RWY 16), ILS (RWY 34), VOR/DME, RNP, RNAV
Remarks: PCN 75/F/B/W/T. TODA RWY 34: 5000m. Fire CAT 9 (0800-2000), CAT 7 other hours. Operator: BH Airport.

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.200, 121.500 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: 121.000 MHz
ATIS: 127.850 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours

Tuesday Open 24 hours

Wednesday Open 24 hours

Thursday Open 24 hours

Friday Open 24 hours

Saturday Open 24 hours

Sunday Open 24 hours

Tancredo Neves operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: H24 (API INTL default H24)

Contacts

AIS Tel: +55 (21) 2174-7510
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: https://site.bh-airport.com.br/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: Required ONLY for Non-regular Airline Companies: Non-regular Airline companies intending to operate in SBCF must send a Slot request message in the SMA IATA format, up toleast 48 hours in advance of the date of their operation, to the email [email protected] . For Slot requests with a time equal to or less than 48 hours, the Slot request message in the SMA IATA format should be sent to the email [email protected] . The approval of the landing request of a Non-regular Airline aircraft will be sent through the Slot approval message in the SMA IATA format. In case of doubts, contact the airport Operations Center (APOC) via the email: [email protected]

Customs

Open: 00:00:00
Close: 23:59:59
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: BRL 25 per 1,000 kg MTOW
Parking Fee: BRL 12 per 1,000 kg per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: BRL
Remarks: Standard airport fees apply at SBCF.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-03-23
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Major international port of entry. eAPIS required. Belo Horizonte, Confins. Full FIS.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: H24 operations. International, port of entry. Fire CAT 9 (0800-2000 UTC), CAT 7 other hours. ILS both ends: RWY 16 (110.3, back course N/A) + RWY 34 (109.7). VOR/DME CNF (114.4). Noise abatement 0100-0900 UTC. Bird hazard near RWY 16/34 and THR 34 centerline. Do not confuse with Lagoa Santa aerodrome on approach RWY 34. Non-scheduled airlines: slots via SMA IATA 48h minimum. GA advance auth via BH Airport electronic system. 180-deg turns prohibited aprons 1-2-3. Operator: BH Airport (Zurich Airport).

Airport Services

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Brazil Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: Notification only (no advance time specified for overflight-only; 24 hours recommended)
Landing Lead Time: 24 hours (AVANAC for multi-airport); Part 135 charter: allow 5+ business days

Private / GA Operations:

Private/GA flights need ANAC authorization and DECEA flight plan approval. Recommend 5 days lead time.

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Active NOTAMs

F3563/26 caution

Only runway closed

RWY 16/34 CLSD DEVIDO SER MAINT RMK: ESTA INFORMACAO AERONAUTICA SERA PRORROGADA POR UM SUP AIP

2026-07-07 04:40:00 2026-09-02 07:45:00

F3587/26 caution

Runway restriction

NOTAM INICIADOR - SUP AIP AIRAC N084/26 SUP (E-AIP) 84/26 WEF 03SEP26 TIL 31OCT26 RWY 16/34 CLSD DEVIDO SER MAINT

2026-09-03 00:00:00 2026-09-16 23:59:00

F3894/26 caution

ILS procedure changed

IAP VOR RWY 16 MNM OPR ALS / NO ALS / RVR ALS (M) MODIFICADO: VOR: CAT A E B DE 800 / 1600 / NIL PARA 1200 / 1600 / 1100; VOR: CAT C E D DE 1500 / 2300 / NIL PARA 1800 / 2300 / 1700. REF: AIP AD 2.24

2026-07-22 18:54:00 Until further notice

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at SBCF?: The tower frequency at Tancredo Neves is 118.200, 121.500 MHz.
What fuel is available at SBCF?: Tancredo Neves offers JET A-1.
Does SBCF require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Tancredo Neves (Brazil).
Is customs available at SBCF?: Yes, customs at Tancredo Neves is available from 00:00:00 to 23:59:59.
Where is SBCF located?: Tancredo Neves (SBCF) is located in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBCF?: The IATA code for Tancredo Neves is CNF.
How long is the runway at SBCF?: The main runway at Tancredo Neves (16/34) measures 11811 X 148.
Does SBCF have an ILS approach?: Yes, Tancredo Neves has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 16/34.
Is SBCF a port of entry?: Yes, Tancredo Neves is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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