What are the operating hours of SBCJ?

Carajás operates from 09:30 to 21:30.

Does SBCJ require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Carajás (Brazil).

Where is SBCJ located?

Carajás (SBCJ) is located in Parauapebas, Brazil.

What is the IATA code for SBCJ?

The IATA code for Carajás is CKS.

How long is the runway at SBCJ?

The main runway at Carajás (10/28) measures 6562 X 148.

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Carajás (SBCJ/CKS) — Parauapebas, Brazil

Carajás (SBCJ/CKS) serves Parauapebas, Brazil. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (10/28). Field elevation is 2064 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 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 6/10

Data last updated: 2026-03-20

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SBCJ
Name: Carajás
Type: medium_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: -6.117841
Longitude: -50.003372
Elevation: 2064 ft
Country: Brazil
Municipality: Parauapebas
IATA Code: CKS
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: SBAZ
Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
Distance from City: 18.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 10/28

Designation: 10/28
Dimensions: 6562 X 148
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 500/F/A/X/T
Lighting: PAPI (MEHT 10:40ft, 28:39.24ft), Edge, Threshold, Taxiway
NAVAIDs: None on-field
Approach Types: RNP, VFR
Remarks: PCN 10. GA landing/takeoff requires 24h auth via agendamentopouso.aenabrasil.com.br. Vale mining coordination mandatory.

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: N/A
Operations: 131.700 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 09:30 – 21:30

Tuesday 09:30 – 21:30

Wednesday 09:30 – 21:30

Thursday 09:30 – 21:30

Friday 09:30 – 21:30

Saturday 09:30 – 21:30

Sunday 09:30 – 21:30

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: 0930-2130 UTC (API RMK 2.3 AD HR SER) AD HR SER DLY 0930-2130. Havendo necessidade de acesso de ambulance, encaminhar, via emails: [email protected] e [email protected], os seguintes dados: Tipo de Operation (Embarque or Desembarque); Placa da ambulance; Nome do passageiro; Nome do condutor; RG do condutor; Nome da equipe medical.

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +55 (94) 3327-1103
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.aenabrasil.com.br/pt/aeroportos/aeroporto-carajas/
Remarks: Operator: AENA Brasil. Email: [email protected]. Emergency: +55 (11) 91948-4631.

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: GA requires 24h auth via agendamentopouso.aenabrasil.com.br

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-03-23
Remarks: (DLY 1100-2100). - O/R: with minimum advance notice of 24 hours, via TEL (94) 98401-2178 e (94) 99257-4946 or email [email protected]. OPR BR AVIATION

Immigration

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

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Hours 0930-2130 UTC. AFIS 131.700 MHz. Fire CAT 5. GA requires 24h authorization. Mining area coordination mandatory. Bird hazard 1000-1300/1600-2000 local.

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

G1421/26 critical

Only runway closed

RWY 10/28 CLSD DEVIDO OBRAS. RMK: OPS LDG E TKOF PPR OPR AD PELOS TEL: (94) 3327-1103, (94) 3327-1607, (11) 91948-4631

2026-06-08 22:10:00 2026-09-05 12:00:00

G1604/26 info

NOTAM INICIADOR - SUP AIP AIRAC N077/26 SUP (E-AIP) 77/26 WEF 03SEP26 TIL 31DEC26 VASIS RWY 28 U/S

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

G1603/26 info

VASIS RWY 28 U/S RMK: ESTA INFORMACAO AERONAUTICA SERA PRORROGADA POR UM SUP AIP

2026-06-19 18:13:00 2026-09-02 23:59:00

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of SBCJ?: Carajás operates from 09:30 to 21:30.
What fuel is available at SBCJ?: Carajás offers JET A-1.
Does SBCJ require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Carajás (Brazil).
Does SBCJ require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Carajás.
Where is SBCJ located?: Carajás (SBCJ) is located in Parauapebas, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBCJ?: The IATA code for Carajás is CKS.
How long is the runway at SBCJ?: The main runway at Carajás (10/28) measures 6562 X 148.

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