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FRANCISCO DE ASSIS (SBJF/JDF) — Juiz de Fora, Brazil

FRANCISCO DE ASSIS (SBJF/JDF) serves Juiz de Fora, Brazil. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (03/21). Field elevation is 2989 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 1/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 5/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SBJF
  • Name: FRANCISCO DE ASSIS
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Domestic
  • Latitude: -21.791483
  • Longitude: -43.38607
  • Elevation: 2989 ft
  • Country: Brazil
  • Municipality: Juiz de Fora
  • IATA Code: JDF
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: SBCW
  • Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
  • Distance from City: 10.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 03/21

  • Designation: 03/21
  • Dimensions: 5036 X 98
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 32/F/A/Y/T
  • Lighting: Edge, Threshold (RWY 03). PAPI, Threshold (RWY 21)
  • NAVAIDs: None
  • Approach Types: VFR, IFR (verify)
  • Remarks: PCN 32/F/A/Y/T. MEHT 38ft. High vulture concentration. Extensions only for emergencies.

Frequencies

  • Tower: N/A
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: 128.100 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 09:00 23:00
Tuesday 09:00 23:00
Wednesday 09:00 23:00
Thursday 09:00 23:00
Friday 09:00 23:00
Saturday 09:00 23:00
Sunday 09:00 23:00
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: 0900-2300 UTC (API RMK 2.3 AD HR SER) AD HR SER DLY 0900-2300.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +55 (32) 3233-1089
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.infraero.gov.br
  • Remarks: Operator: Infraero. No scheduled commercial service since 2014. GA and military only.

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: DLY 1100-2100. Other hours O/R MNM de 2 HR advance notice. TEL: (32) 99942-8222, (32) 99912-9999, (32) 98427-5867 e (32) 98857-5477.
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: DLY 1100-2100. Other hours O/R MNM de 2 HR advance notice. TEL: (32) 99942-8222, (32) 99912-9999, (32) 98427-5867 e (32) 98857-5477.

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 0900-2245Z. Domestic only. Fire CAT 2. No commercial service since 2014. Short runway (1,535m). GA/military only.

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

E5130/26 info
FRNG (TIRO REAL) ACONTECERA WI COORD 214029S/0432422W - 214030S/0432159W - 214219S/0432200W - 214220S/0432421W - 214029S/0432422W (CAMPO DE INSTRUCAO DE JUIZ DE FORA) PRB
2026-08-03 11:00:00 2026-08-07 20:00:00
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of SBJF?
FRANCISCO DE ASSIS operates from 09:00 to 23:00.
What fuel is available at SBJF?
FRANCISCO DE ASSIS offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does SBJF require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for FRANCISCO DE ASSIS (Brazil).
Where is SBJF located?
FRANCISCO DE ASSIS (SBJF) is located in Juiz de Fora, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBJF?
The IATA code for FRANCISCO DE ASSIS is JDF.
How long is the runway at SBJF?
The main runway at FRANCISCO DE ASSIS (03/21) measures 5036 X 98.