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Paulo Afonso (SBUF/PAV) — Paulo Afonso, Brazil

At a glance

Operating hours
09:00–21:00 UTC
Fuel
JET A-1, AVGAS
Runways
14/32
Elevation
884 ft

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Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 1/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 5/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SBUF
  • Name: Paulo Afonso
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Domestic
  • Latitude: -9.40088
  • Longitude: -38.250599
  • Elevation: 884 ft
  • Country: Brazil
  • Municipality: Paulo Afonso
  • IATA Code: PAV
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: SBRE
  • Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
  • Distance from City: 5.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 14/32

  • Designation: 14/32
  • Dimensions: 5906 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 35/F/C/X/U
  • Lighting: Edge, Threshold
  • NAVAIDs: None
  • Approach Types: VFR, IFR NP
  • Remarks: PCN 35/F/C/X/U. MEHT 48ft. 1800x45m. ERAA 132.925 H24. Night lighting 24h notice. Max removal ATR-72/40t. Bird hazard.

Frequencies

  • Tower: N/A
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: 125.500 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 09:00 – 21:00
Tuesday 09:00 – 21:00
Wednesday 09:00 – 21:00
Thursday 09:00 – 21:00
Friday 09:00 – 21:00
Saturday 09:00 – 21:00
Sunday 09:00 – 21:00
  • Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
  • Remarks: 0900-2100 UTC (API RMK 2.3 AD HR SER) AD HR SER DLY 0900-2100.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +55 (75) 3282-9510
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.aenabrasil.com.br
  • Remarks: Operator: AENA Brasil. Email: [email protected].

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: (MON,TUE,WED,THU,FRI 0900-1500 1600-2100) - O/R: Other days and hours TEL: (75) 98893-3258.
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-03-23
  • Remarks: (MON,TUE,WED,THU,FRI 0900-1500 1600-2100) - O/R: Other days and hours TEL: (75) 98893-3258.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Not recorded
  • APIS Required: Not recorded
  • GAR Required: Not recorded
  • Remarks: N/A

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: Hours 1015-2200Z. Domestic only. Fire CAT 5. No ILS (VOR and NDB approaches). Semi-arid Northeast - low visibility during burning season. Operator: AENA Brasil.

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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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NOTAMs

No active NOTAMs reported by DECEA AISWEB (checked 2026-10-28 13:24 UTC).

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of SBUF?
Paulo Afonso operates from 09:00 to 21:00.
What fuel is available at SBUF?
Paulo Afonso offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does SBUF 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 SBUF located?
Paulo Afonso (SBUF) is located in Paulo Afonso, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SBUF?
The IATA code for Paulo Afonso is PAV.
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