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Marechal Cunha Machado (SBSL/SLZ) — São Luís, Brazil

At a glance

Operating hours
Open 24h
Port of entry
Yes, with conditions
Fuel
JET A-1, AVGAS
Tower
118.7
Runways
09/27, 06/24
Community check
106 days ago
Elevation
177 ft

Times in UTC. Reference only: verify with the AIP and NOTAMs.

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Checked by the community — 3 field confirmations, last one 106 days ago.
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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
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SBSL
  • Name: Marechal Cunha Machado
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: -2.58536
  • Longitude: -44.2341
  • Elevation: 177 ft
  • Country: Brazil
  • Municipality: São Luís
  • IATA Code: SLZ
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: SBAZ
  • Timezone: America/Fortaleza
  • Distance from City: 13.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 09/27

  • Designation: 09/27
  • Dimensions: 4803 X 148
  • Surface: ASPH
  • PCN: 39/F/B/X/T
  • Lighting: Beacon, Edge (high), Obstacle, PAPI, Taxiway, Threshold (high), Wind indicator
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR
  • Remarks: PCN 480/F/A/X/T. MEHT 70/56ft. Fire CAT CIVIL-7. Fuel: SHELL.

Runway 06/24

  • Designation: 06/24
  • Dimensions: 7825 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 480/F/A/X/T
  • Lighting: PAPI (MEHT 06:70ft, 24:56ft), Edge (high), Threshold (high), Taxiway
  • NAVAIDs: ILS/DME ISL RWY 06 (109.3, GP INOP until Dec 2026), VOR/DME SLI (113.5)
  • Approach Types: ILS RWY 06 (GP INOP - LOC only), VOR, RNP, RNAV
  • Remarks: ILS GP INOP per NOTAM G0993/25 through Dec 2026.

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.700 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: 122.050 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 119.100 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

Marechal Cunha Machado 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 (98) 3217-6101
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://aeroportos.motiva.com.br/sao-luis-ma/
  • Remarks: Operator: Motiva (CCR). Toll-free: 0800-727-4720. Email: [email protected]. PPR: ga.ccraeroportos.com.br.

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

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 SBSL.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: (DLY 0900-0100) - O/R: SHELL PETROBRÁS H24
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: (DLY 0900-0100) - O/R: SHELL PETROBRÁS H24

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes, with conditions: No regular customs, immigration or health service: the airport calls the federal officers when needed, and operators must request them at least 48 hours ahead; foreign-registered aircraft also need the airport operator's authorisation 2 hours ahead (AD 2.3, ROTAER) Source: AIP Brasil AD 1.3 and AD 2 (DECEA), AMDT 20/2026, 2026-10-01
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: H24. International, port of entry. Fire CAT 7. ILS RWY 06 (109.3) - GLIDEPATH INOP until Dec 2026 (LOC only). VOR/DME SLI (113.5). Fuel: Shell 0900-0100; Petrobras H24. Vultures in approach areas. RCD 4C. 180-deg >40t thresholds only. No mooring points. INTL 48h customs notice. >20t towed departure. Operator: CCR/Motiva.

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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

G2677/26
info
Temporary restricted area
AREA RESTRITA TEMPORARIAMENTE (PJE) SUBJ COOR/AUTH APP SAO LUIS CENTRO COORD 023124S0440727W RAIO 01NM ACT
2026-11-12 08:00 UTC 2027-01-24 21:00 UTC
O0954/26
info
Temporary restricted area
TEMPORARY RESTRICTED AREA (PJE) SUBJ COOR/AUTH SAO LUIS APP CENTER COORD 023124S0440727W RADIUS 01NM ACT
2026-11-12 08:00 UTC 2027-01-24 21:00 UTC
O0970/26
info
Temporary restricted area
TEMPORARY RESTRICTED AREA (PJE) UNDER VMC SUBJ COOR/AUTH APP SAO LUIS CENTER COORD 023001S0441849W RADIUS 1.5NM ACT
2026-11-12 08:00 UTC 2027-01-24 21:00 UTC

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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 SBSL?
The tower frequency at Marechal Cunha Machado is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at SBSL?
Marechal Cunha Machado offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does SBSL 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
Where is SBSL located?
Marechal Cunha Machado (SBSL) is located in São Luís, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBSL?
The IATA code for Marechal Cunha Machado is SLZ.
Does SBSL have an ILS approach?
Yes, Marechal Cunha Machado has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 09/27, 06/24.
Is SBSL a port of entry?
Yes, with conditions. No regular customs, immigration or health service: the airport calls the federal officers when needed, and operators must request them at least 48 hours ahead; foreign-registered aircraft also need the airport operator's authorisation 2 hours ahead (AD 2.3, ROTAER). Source: AIP Brasil AD 1.3 and AD 2 (DECEA), AMDT 20/2026, 2026-10-01.
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