What is the tower frequency at SBJP?

The tower frequency at Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport is 118.3 MHz.

What fuel is available at SBJP?

Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport offers JET A-1, AVGAS.

Does SBJP require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (Brazil).

Where is SBJP located?

Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (SBJP) is located in João Pessoa, Brazil.

How long is the runway at SBJP?

The main runway at Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (07/25) measures 3150 X 75.

Is SBJP a port of entry?

Yes, Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (SBJP) — João Pessoa, Brazil

Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (SBJP) serves João Pessoa, Brazil. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (07/25). Field elevation is 217 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 6/10

Observed Activity · Jul 25

3 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 03:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-25

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-03-20

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SBJP
Name: Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -7.148691
Longitude: -34.950554
Elevation: 217 ft
Country: Brazil
Municipality: João Pessoa
IATA Code: N/A
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 07/25

Designation: 07/25
Dimensions: 3150 X 75
Surface: TER
PCN: 5600kg/0.5Mpa
Lighting: Beacon, Edge, Obstacle, PAPI, Taxiway, Threshold, Wind indicator
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: PCN 52/F/B/X/T. MEHT 68/49ft. Fire CAT CIVIL-7.

Frequencies

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

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

Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

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

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +55 (83) 3041-4201
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

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

Customs

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: International airport per ROTAER (DECEA)

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx BRL 8/ton (INFRAERO)
Parking Fee: BRL 4/ton per 3h block
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: BRL
Remarks: INFRAERO-operated. Joao Pessoa (Paraiba state capital). International designation.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-03-23
Remarks: (DLY 0800-2000) - O/R: TEL: (83) 3232-2265 or 9305-8023

Fuel Type: AVGAS
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-03-23
Remarks: (DLY 0800-2000) - O/R: TEL: (83) 3232-2265 or 9305-8023

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International airport. CIQ available. Tourist gateway to northeast coast.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: International, port of entry. Fire CAT 7 (A321-200 removal 93,500kg). No ILS, no VOR (NDB JPS 320 kHz only). NDB + RNP approaches. PPR: domestic 5h advance; international 48h (Tue-Fri) / 72h (Sat-Mon) via agendamentopouso.aenabrasil.com.br. Aprons 1/2 unavailable 0100-0800 for GA/MIL/cargo overnight. Push-back >20t. Engine start only after push-back. No aerobatics/parachutes/towing/gliders. COE: +55 (83) 3041-4201. MET: +55 (83) 3232-2265. Operator: AENA Brasil.

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

B1454/26 caution

Obstacle erected

OBST MONTADO (ANTENA) LGTD COORD 070904.80S/0345824.00W ALT 122,05M (400,42FT) INTERFERINDO NO PLANO BASICO DE ZONA DE PROTECAO DO AD

2026-07-03 17:20:00 2026-08-31 23:59:00

B1423/26 caution

NDB out of service

NDB JPS FREQ 320KHZ U/S

2026-07-01 16:53:00 2026-09-01 23:59:00

B1313/26 info

FRNG (TIRO REAL) ACONTECERA WI COORD 071141S0352641W - 071027S0352456W - 071111S0352435W - 071204S0352432W - 071141S0352641W (ARENA PIX BET A NORTE DA SERRA DO CATOLE) RTO

2026-08-25 10:30:00 2026-08-26 20:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at SBJP?: The tower frequency at Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport is 118.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at SBJP?: Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does SBJP require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (Brazil).
Where is SBJP located?: Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (SBJP) is located in João Pessoa, Brazil.
How long is the runway at SBJP?: The main runway at Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (07/25) measures 3150 X 75.
Is SBJP a port of entry?: Yes, Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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