What are the operating hours of SBFN?

FERNANDO DE NORONHA operates from 10:00 to 20:45.

Does SBFN require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for FERNANDO DE NORONHA (Brazil).

Does SBFN require slots or PPR?

PPR is required at FERNANDO DE NORONHA.

Where is SBFN located?

FERNANDO DE NORONHA (SBFN) is located in Fernando de Noronha, Brazil.

What is the IATA code for SBFN?

The IATA code for FERNANDO DE NORONHA is FEN.

How long is the runway at SBFN?

The main runway at FERNANDO DE NORONHA (12/30) measures 6053 X 148.

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FERNANDO DE NORONHA (SBFN/FEN) — Fernando de Noronha, Brazil

FERNANDO DE NORONHA (SBFN/FEN) serves Fernando de Noronha, Brazil. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (12/30). Field elevation is 184 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 0/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 6/10

Data last updated: 2026-03-20

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SBFN
Name: FERNANDO DE NORONHA
Type: medium_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: -3.854471
Longitude: -32.423302
Elevation: 184 ft
Country: Brazil
Municipality: Fernando de Noronha
IATA Code: FEN
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: SBRE
Timezone: America/Noronha
Distance from City: 1.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 12/30

Designation: 12/30
Dimensions: 6053 X 148
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 49/F/A/X/T
Lighting: Edge (medium), Threshold, Taxiway
NAVAIDs: VOR/DME FNR (113.4 MHz)
Approach Types: VOR/DME, RNP, VFR
Remarks: PCN 49/F/A/X/T. MEHT 58ft. Last 90m each end closed (no RESA). Jet prohibited on wet runway.

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: N/A
Operations: 125.900 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 10:00 – 20:45

Tuesday 10:00 – 20:45

Wednesday 10:00 – 20:45

Thursday 10:00 – 20:45

Friday 10:00 – 20:45

Saturday 10:00 – 20:45

Sunday 10:00 – 20:45

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: 1000-2045 UTC (COMPL [4])

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +55 (81) 3182-9611
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.dixaeroportos.com.br
Remarks: Operator: DIX Aeroportos. HQ: +55 (81) 4009-7070. Ops: +55 (81) 98177-2776 / +55 (81) 99498-2188. CINDACTA 3: +55 (81) 2129-8367.

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: PPR mandatory for ALL flights, 24h prior. Private/charter require archipelago admin authorization. Contact: +55 (81) 3182-9611.

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 1000-2045 UTC. Domestic (Fernando de Noronha archipelago). Fire CAT 6 (max 15.32m wingspan/4581kg). VOR/DME FNR (113.4 MHz). NO FUEL. Last 90m each end closed. Jet aircraft PROHIBITED on wet runway. Mandatory pushback for commercial ops. Private/charter outside hours: 48h advance request to CINDACTA 3. Significant bird concentration. IFR requires archipelago admin authorization. UNESCO marine national park. Operator: State of Pernambuco / DIX Aeroportos.

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

B1568/26 caution

Aerodrome closed

AD CLSD DEVIDO OBRAS. RMK: OPS LDG E TKOF PODERAO SER AUTH DURANTE O PERIODO DA OBRA MEDIANTE COOR PREVIA COM O ADMINISTRADOR DO AD POR MEIO DO TEL (81) 99498-2188

2026-07-14 23:30:00 2026-10-07 11:00:00

B1619/26 caution

Runway restriction

NOTAM INICIADOR - SUP AIP AIRAC N090/26 SUP (E-AIP) 090/26 WEF 01OCT26 TIL 31DEC27 RWY 12/30

2026-10-01 00:00:00 2026-10-14 23:59:00

B1618/26 caution

Runway restriction

RWY 12/30 AUTH GIRO DE 180DEG E BACKTRACK SOMENTE NAS THR. RMK: ESTA INFORMACAO AERONAUTICA SERA PRORROGADA POR UM SUP AIP

2026-07-28 00:00:00 2026-09-30 23:59:00

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of SBFN?: FERNANDO DE NORONHA operates from 10:00 to 20:45.
Does SBFN require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for FERNANDO DE NORONHA (Brazil).
Does SBFN require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at FERNANDO DE NORONHA.
Where is SBFN located?: FERNANDO DE NORONHA (SBFN) is located in Fernando de Noronha, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBFN?: The IATA code for FERNANDO DE NORONHA is FEN.
How long is the runway at SBFN?: The main runway at FERNANDO DE NORONHA (12/30) measures 6053 X 148.

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