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São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluizio Alves (SBSG/NAT) — Natal, Brazil

At a glance

Operating hours
Open 24h
Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
JET A-1, AVGAS
Tower
118.2
Runways
12/30
Community check
207 days ago
Elevation
273 ft

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Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 9/10
Observed Activity · Oct 15
1 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 21:00Z
2026-10-032026-10-15
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SBSG
  • Name: São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluizio Alves
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: -5.769804
  • Longitude: -35.366577
  • Elevation: 273 ft
  • Country: Brazil
  • Municipality: Natal
  • IATA Code: NAT
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: SBRE
  • Timezone: America/Fortaleza
  • Distance from City: 26.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 12/30

  • Designation: 12/30
  • Dimensions: 9843 X 197
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 570/F/C/X/T
  • Lighting: Medium edge, CL, THR, ALSF-I, REIL
  • NAVAIDs: ILS/DME ISG RWY 12 (109.7 - GP UNSERVICEABLE to Dec 2026), VOR/DME SGA (115.9), NDB NTL (400 kHz)
  • Approach Types: ILS Y/Z RWY 12 (GP INOP), VOR, LOC Z, RNP
  • Remarks: RWY 12/30: 3,000m x 60m (widest in Brazil!). Fire CAT 7. B747 removal capability. ILS GP INOP to Dec 2026.

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.200 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: 121.000 MHz
  • ATIS: 127.600 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

São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluizio Alves operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
  • Remarks: H24 (API INTL default H24)

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +55 (84) 3343-6060
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.natal.aero
  • Remarks: Operator: Zurich Airport Brasil (since Feb 2024, replaced Inframerica). Ops: +55 (84) 3343-6090 / +55 (84) 3343-6482. Email: [email protected].

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: GA requires 24h prior authorization via Centro de Coordenacao Aeroportuaria.

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 18 per 1,000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: BRL 9 per 1,000 kg per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: BRL
  • Remarks: Standard airport fees apply at SBSG.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: OPR SHELL e PETROBRÁS
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: OPR SHELL e PETROBRÁS

Immigration

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: H24 operations. International, port of entry. Fire CAT 7. ILS GP RWY 12 UNSERVICEABLE until Dec 2026 (LOC only). Runway 3,000m x 60m. GA requires 24h prior authorization. No gliders/ultralights/aerobatics. Max RCD 4E. Operator: Zurich Airport 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

I0689/26
caution
Only runway closed
RWY 12/30 CLSD DUE TO MAINT SER
2026-09-15 07:50 UTC 2026-12-10 12:45 UTC
B1809/26
caution
Only runway closed
RWY 12/30 CLSD DEVIDO SER MAINT
2026-09-15 07:50 UTC 2026-12-10 12:45 UTC
B2290/26
info
Military route active
SBR 215 (BARREIRA) ACT
2026-11-11 11:00 UTC 2026-11-13 20:00 UTC

+15 more active NOTAMs

Checked with DECEA AISWEB at 2026-10-27 13:23 UTC. Also includes NOTAMs from the FAA NOTAM feed.
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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at SBSG?
The tower frequency at São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluizio Alves is 118.2 MHz.
What fuel is available at SBSG?
São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluizio Alves offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does SBSG require landing permits?
It depends on the flight. Private/GA flights need ANAC authorization and DECEA flight plan approval. Recommend 5 days lead time. Permit details for Brazil
Does SBSG require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluizio Alves.
Where is SBSG located?
São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluizio Alves (SBSG) is located in Natal, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBSG?
The IATA code for São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluizio Alves is NAT.
Does SBSG have an ILS approach?
Yes, São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluizio Alves has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 12/30.
Is SBSG a port of entry?
Yes. International flights can clear customs and immigration at São Gonçalo do Amarante - Governador Aluizio Alves. Source: AIP Brasil AD 1.3 and AD 2 (DECEA), AMDT 20/2026, 2026-10-01.