What fuel is available at SBPL?

SENADOR NILO COELHO offers JET A-1, AVGAS.

Does SBPL require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for SENADOR NILO COELHO (Brazil).

Does SBPL require slots or PPR?

PPR is required at SENADOR NILO COELHO.

Where is SBPL located?

SENADOR NILO COELHO (SBPL) is located in Petrolina, Brazil.

What is the IATA code for SBPL?

The IATA code for SENADOR NILO COELHO is PNZ.

How long is the runway at SBPL?

The main runway at SENADOR NILO COELHO (13/31) measures 10663 X 148.

Is SBPL a port of entry?

Yes, SENADOR NILO COELHO is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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SENADOR NILO COELHO (SBPL/PNZ) — Petrolina, Brazil

SENADOR NILO COELHO (SBPL/PNZ) serves Petrolina, Brazil. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (13/31). Field elevation is 1263 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 — 2 field confirmations, last one 36 days ago.

88% Data Complete 46 of 52 points

Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 9/10

Data last updated: 2026-06-20

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SBPL
Name: SENADOR NILO COELHO
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -9.362422
Longitude: -40.569099
Elevation: 1263 ft
Country: Brazil
Municipality: Petrolina
IATA Code: PNZ
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: SBRE
Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
Distance from City: 10.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 13/31

Designation: 13/31
Dimensions: 10663 X 148
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 590/F/A/X/T
Lighting: PAPI (MEHT 13:102ft!, 31:67ft), Edge, Threshold, Taxiway
NAVAIDs: VOR/DME PTL (112.1)
Approach Types: VOR RWY 13, VOR RWY 31, RNP
Remarks: PCR 9/F/A/X/T. THR 13 displaced 490m! LDA 2760m. RESA 90x90 both ends.

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: N/A
Operations: 125.700 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
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

SENADOR NILO COELHO 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 (87) 3867-9617
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://aeroportos.motiva.com.br/petrolina-pe/
Remarks: Operator: Motiva. Toll-free: 0800-727-4720. Fuel Petrobras: +55 (87) 3863-5428 / +55 (87) 99922-2821.

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: PPR 2h advance via ga.ccraeroportos.com.br. International cargo requires ANAC approval.

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 6/ton
Parking Fee: BRL 3/ton per 3h block
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: BRL
Remarks: Petrolina. Sao Francisco Valley agriculture region.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-03-23
Remarks: PETROBRAS: TF, TEL: (87) 3863-5428 or (87) 99922-2821

Fuel Type: AVGAS
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-03-23
Remarks: PETROBRAS: TF, TEL: (87) 3863-5428 or (87) 99922-2821

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Domestic airport. Wine/fruit export region.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Hours Thu-Tue 0915-0300, Wed H24. International (cargo via ANAC). Fire CAT 6 (reduces to 5 outside 1530-0330). VOR/DME PTL (112.1). No ILS. THR 13 displaced 490m (MEHT 102ft!). TWY Charlie/Bravo closed wingspan >=36m. Portuguese comms required for non-intl cargo. Fuel: Petrobras +55 (87) 3863-5428. PPR 2h via ga.ccraeroportos.com.br. Bird hazard (quero-quero) on TWY Alpha. Operator: CCR/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

B0213/26 caution

ILS procedure changed

IAP VOR RWY 31 MODIFICADA NA VISTA EM PLANTA DISTANCIA DME NA PERNA DE AFASTAMENTO DE D8.0 PTL PARA D7.9 PTL. REF: AIP AD 2.24 IAC

2026-02-19 00:00:00 Until further notice

B1634/26 info

COMBATE DE INCENDIO E SALVAMENTO CAT 6 REDUZIDO PARA CAT 5. RMK: CASO HAJA NECESSIDADE DE ATENDIMENTO CAT 6 NO PERIODO DE REDUCAO PARA CAT 5, SOLICITAR COM ANTECEDENCIA MNM 12HR POR E-MAIL APOC.PNZ(A)MOTIVA.COM.BR E/OU TEL (87) 3867-9617 / (87) 98164-8942

2026-07-25 16:00:00 2026-09-04 02:59:00

I0621/26 info

FIREFIGHTING AND RESCUE CAT 6 DOWNGRADED TO CAT 5. RMK: IF CAT 6 IS REQUIRED DURING THE PERIOD OF REDUCTION TO CAT 5, O/R 12HR BEFORE IN ADVANCE BY E-MAIL APOC.PNZ(A)MOTIVA.COM.BR AND/OR PHONE +55 (87) 3867-9617 / +55 (87) 98164-8942

2026-07-25 05:35:43 Until further notice

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Frequently Asked Questions

What fuel is available at SBPL?: SENADOR NILO COELHO offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does SBPL require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for SENADOR NILO COELHO (Brazil).
Does SBPL require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at SENADOR NILO COELHO.
Where is SBPL located?: SENADOR NILO COELHO (SBPL) is located in Petrolina, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBPL?: The IATA code for SENADOR NILO COELHO is PNZ.
How long is the runway at SBPL?: The main runway at SENADOR NILO COELHO (13/31) measures 10663 X 148.
Is SBPL a port of entry?: Yes, SENADOR NILO COELHO is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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