What is the tower frequency at SBPA?

The tower frequency at Salgado Filho is 118.100, 121.500 MHz.

Does SBPA require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Salgado Filho (Brazil).

Does SBPA require slots or PPR?

PPR is required at Salgado Filho.

Where is SBPA located?

Salgado Filho (SBPA) is located in Porto Alegre, Brazil.

What is the IATA code for SBPA?

The IATA code for Salgado Filho is POA.

How long is the runway at SBPA?

The main runway at Salgado Filho (11/29) measures 10499 X 148.

Does SBPA have an ILS approach?

Yes, Salgado Filho has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 11/29.

Is SBPA a port of entry?

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

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Salgado Filho (SBPA/POA) — Porto Alegre, Brazil

Salgado Filho (SBPA/POA) serves Porto Alegre, Brazil. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (11/29). Field elevation is 30 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Checked by the community — 5 field confirmations, last one 123 days ago.

92% Data Complete 48 of 52 points

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 9/10

Observed Activity · Jul 23

45 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 17 on the ground · busiest hour 14:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-23

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: 2026-03-23

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SBPA
Name: Salgado Filho
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -29.994713
Longitude: -51.166592
Elevation: 30 ft
Country: Brazil
Municipality: Porto Alegre
IATA Code: POA
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: SBCW
Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
Distance from City: 7.4 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 11/29

Designation: 11/29
Dimensions: 10499 X 148
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 72/F/B/X/T
Lighting: ALS (L5+L11+L19A), PAPI (MEHT 11:68ft, 29:73ft), CL, Edge (high), Threshold (high), Emergency (L18)
NAVAIDs: ILS/DME IPA RWY 11 CAT II (110.3), VOR/DME FIG (114.7), IM IPA (75 MHz)
Approach Types: ILS CAT II RWY 11, VOR/DME, RNP, RNAV
Remarks: PCN 72/F/B/X/T. RESA 240x150 both ends. 3200x45m.

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.100, 121.500 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: 122.150 MHz
ATIS: 132.350 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

Salgado Filho 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: +55 (51) 3358-2239
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +55 (51) 3358-2239
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: general aviation Aircraft Parking area requires Prior Permission Required (PPR) from the local airport Operations Center up toleast 48 hours in advance through phone: (51) 3358-2239. Civil general aviation Aircraft Operations are only allowed with prior authorization from the airport Operations Center via email up [email protected], with the mandatory use of a tow bar. For more information, please call phone number: (51) 3358-2239. Email: [email protected]

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: Apron PRKG ACFT general aviation PPR do airport OPS Center local with minimum advance notice of 48 HR through telephone: (51) 3358-2239

Customs

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

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 SBPA.

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. Porto Alegre, RS capital. Full FIS.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: H24. International, port of entry. Fire CAT 9. ILS CAT II RWY 11 (110.3) with marker beacon. VOR/DME FIG (114.7). Traffic freq Mon-Fri 0930-1530. GA 12h advance notice. Wingspan >16m requires fork, <16m requires tie-down. Bird hazard Aug-Dec, 0330-0530/1430-1600 (quero-quero, pigeons, caracara, swallows). VFR/IFR training requires coordination +55 (51) 3358-2239. Operator: Fraport.

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

E4133/26 caution

Only runway closed

RWY 11/29 CLSD DEVIDO SER MAINT

2026-08-08 04:55:00 2026-09-26 07:55:00

E3067/26 warning

ATC restriction

ATIS PALEGRE FREQ OPR 132.35MHZ MODIFICADA PARA FREQ 122.05MHZ

2026-05-13 15:11:00 2026-08-11 23:59:00

E4193/26 caution

Instrument procedure change

IAP NAV APV RWY 11 E IAP NAV APV RWY 29 SOMENTE OPS MIL (USO EXCLUSIVO F-39) REF: AIP AD 2.24

2026-06-26 19:35:00 Until further notice

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at SBPA?: The tower frequency at Salgado Filho is 118.100, 121.500 MHz.
What fuel is available at SBPA?: Salgado Filho offers JET A-1.
Does SBPA require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Salgado Filho (Brazil).
Does SBPA require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Salgado Filho.
Where is SBPA located?: Salgado Filho (SBPA) is located in Porto Alegre, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBPA?: The IATA code for Salgado Filho is POA.
How long is the runway at SBPA?: The main runway at Salgado Filho (11/29) measures 10499 X 148.
Does SBPA have an ILS approach?: Yes, Salgado Filho has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 11/29.
Is SBPA a port of entry?: Yes, Salgado Filho is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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