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João Simões Lopes Neto (SBPK/PET) — Pelotas, Brazil

João Simões Lopes Neto (SBPK/PET) serves Pelotas, Brazil. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (06/24). Field elevation is 59 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 1/2
Additional Info 9/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SBPK
  • Name: João Simões Lopes Neto
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: -31.717253
  • Longitude: -52.327953
  • Elevation: 59 ft
  • Country: Brazil
  • Municipality: Pelotas
  • IATA Code: PET
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: SBCW
  • Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
  • Distance from City: 6.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 06/24

  • Designation: 06/24
  • Dimensions: 6496 X 138
  • Surface: CONC
  • PCN: 35/R/B/W/T
  • Lighting: Beacon, Edge, PAPI, Taxiway, Threshold, Wind indicator
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: PCN 370/R/C/W/T. Fire CAT CIVIL-5.

Frequencies

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

Operation Hours

Monday 10:00 23:59
Tuesday 10:00 23:59
Wednesday 10:00 23:59
Thursday 10:00 23:59
Friday 10:00 23:59
Saturday 10:00 23:59
Sunday 10:00 23:59
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: 1000-2359 UTC (API RMK 2.3 AD HR SER) AD HR SER DLY 1000-2359. Other hours O/R with advance notice of 2 HR via TEL (53) 99711-7318 (53) 99959-2424 or e-mail [email protected].

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +55 (53) 99711-7318
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://aeroportos.motiva.com.br/pelotas-rs/
  • Remarks: Operator: Motiva. Toll-free: 0800-727-4720. Alt: +55 (53) 99959-2424. Email: [email protected].

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: PPR 2h advance via WebApp-MOTIVA AVG for GA, parking, intl, experimental.

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 15 per 1,000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: BRL 8 per 1,000 kg per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: BRL
  • Remarks: Standard airport fees apply at SBPK.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: (DLY 1000-2200) - O/R: TEL: (53) 99128-6698 / (53) 99106-5928
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: (DLY 1000-2200) - O/R: TEL: (53) 99128-6698 / (53) 99106-5928

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Port of entry. eAPIS required. Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: Hours 1000-2359 UTC. International designation but INTL OPS SUSPENDED except military and aeromedical. Fire CAT 5 (RFFS 1200-2359). VOR/DME PTS (113.3) NOT USABLE until Dec 31, 2027. THR 07 displaced 140m (LDA 1683m). Concrete runway. 180-deg backtrack >40t at thresholds only. Bird hazard. PPR 2h via WebApp-MOTIVA. Fuel: [email protected]. Operator: Motiva.

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

E4835/26 warning
Temporary restricted area
AREA RESTRITA TEMPORARIAMENTE (ARCA 2) SUBJ COOR/AUTH ACC CURITIBA E RDO PELOTAS WI COORD 325407S0525004W - 322354S0532320W - 314400S0523143W - 321351S0515922W - 325407S0525004W ACT RMK: 1- OPS LDG/TKOF EM AD LOCALIZADO NO INTERIOR DA AREA PPR, COM ANTECEDENCIA MNM DE 2HR, PELO TEL (41) 3251-5243; 2…
2026-07-20 00:00:00 2026-08-20 23:59:00
E4838/26 warning
Temporary restricted area
AREA RESTRITA TEMPORARIAMENTE (ARCA 3) SUBJ COOR/AUTH ACC CURITIBA E RDO PELOTAS WI COORD 321614S0532811W - 314607S0535949W - 310722S0530707W - 313735S0523554W, 321614S0532811W ACT. RMK: 1- OPS LDG/TKOF EM AD LOCALIZADO NO INTERIOR DA AREA PPR, COM ANTECEDENCIA MNM DE 2HR, PELO TEL (41) 3251-5243; 2…
2026-07-20 00:00:00 2026-08-20 23:59:00
K0982/26 info
MET INFO CNL DUE TO INCORPORATION AMDT 2608A1 WEF 06 AUG 26
2026-08-06 00:25:47 Until further notice
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of SBPK?
João Simões Lopes Neto operates from 10:00 to 23:59.
What fuel is available at SBPK?
João Simões Lopes Neto offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does SBPK require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for João Simões Lopes Neto (Brazil).
Does SBPK require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at João Simões Lopes Neto.
Where is SBPK located?
João Simões Lopes Neto (SBPK) is located in Pelotas, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBPK?
The IATA code for João Simões Lopes Neto is PET.
How long is the runway at SBPK?
The main runway at João Simões Lopes Neto (06/24) measures 6496 X 138.
Is SBPK a port of entry?
Yes, João Simões Lopes Neto is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.