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Plácido de Castro (SBRB/RBR) — Rio Branco, Brazil

Plácido de Castro (SBRB/RBR) serves Rio Branco, Brazil. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (06/24). Field elevation is 633 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 — 4 field confirmations, last one 105 days ago.
92% Data Complete 48 of 52 points
Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 2/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 9/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SBRB
  • Name: Plácido de Castro
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: -9.869031
  • Longitude: -67.893982
  • Elevation: 633 ft
  • Country: Brazil
  • Municipality: Rio Branco
  • IATA Code: RBR
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: SBAZ
  • Timezone: America/Rio_Branco
  • Distance from City: 16.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 06/24

  • Designation: 06/24
  • Dimensions: 7080 X 148
  • Surface: ASPH
  • PCN: 78/F/D/X/T
  • Lighting: ALS, Beacon, Edge, PAPI, Taxiway, Threshold, Wind indicator
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GPS), VOR, Visual
  • Remarks: PCN 720/F/C/X/T. MEHT 70.6/69ft. Fire CAT CIVIL-6. Fuel: PETROBRAS, SHELL.

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.700 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: 119.900 MHz
  • ATIS: 0.000 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

Plácido de Castro 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 (68) 3211-1000
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://riobranco-airport.com.br/en
  • Remarks: Operator: VINCI Airports. 30-year concession from Jan 2022.

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: No slots. International operations require 72h minimum advance notice.

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 16 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 SBRB.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: SHELL: TF, foot (100 LL). PETROBRAS: PF, TF
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: SHELL: TF, foot (100 LL). PETROBRAS: PF, TF

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Domestic primarily. Rio Branco, Acre state.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: SR-SS (UTC-5). International (72h advance to Federal Police/ANVISA/Federal Revenue). Fire CAT 6. ILS/DME RWY 07 (109.3). VOR/DME RCO (116.4). CAPYBARA hazard first 1439m RWY 07 (2200-2359 local). Vulture concentration 500-2000ft AGL (peaks Apr-Jul 1400-1500/1800-2000). 180-deg turns at thresholds only for medium/large. Fuel: Shell (100LL + TF); Petrobras (PF + TF). Operator: VINCI Airports.

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

G1556/26 info
TRANSMISSOMETRO RWY 07 U/S
2026-06-15 19:21:00 2026-08-14 17:00:00
G1363/26 info
LGT FLG SEQUENCIAL RWY 07 U/S
2026-06-01 15:47:00 2026-08-31 20:00:00
G1337/26 info
TRANSMISSOMETRO RWY 25 U/S
2026-05-31 16:41:00 2026-07-31 17:00:00
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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at SBRB?
The tower frequency at Plácido de Castro is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at SBRB?
Plácido de Castro offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does SBRB require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Plácido de Castro (Brazil).
Where is SBRB located?
Plácido de Castro (SBRB) is located in Rio Branco, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBRB?
The IATA code for Plácido de Castro is RBR.
How long is the runway at SBRB?
The main runway at Plácido de Castro (06/24) measures 7080 X 148.
Is SBRB a port of entry?
Yes, Plácido de Castro is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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