What are the operating hours of SDSC?

Mário Pereira Lopes operates from 10:00 to 20:00.

What fuel is available at SDSC?

Mário Pereira Lopes offers JET A-1, AVGAS.

Does SDSC require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Mário Pereira Lopes (Brazil).

Where is SDSC located?

Mário Pereira Lopes (SDSC) is located in São Carlos, Brazil.

What is the IATA code for SDSC?

The IATA code for Mário Pereira Lopes is QSC.

How long is the runway at SDSC?

The main runway at Mário Pereira Lopes (02/20) measures 5315 X 148.

Is SDSC a port of entry?

Yes, Mário Pereira Lopes is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Mário Pereira Lopes (SDSC/QSC) — São Carlos, Brazil

Mário Pereira Lopes (SDSC/QSC) serves São Carlos, Brazil. This is a small airport with 1 runway (02/20). Field elevation is 2648 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 — 1 field confirmation, last one 119 days ago.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-03-20

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SDSC
Name: Mário Pereira Lopes
Type: small_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -21.875401
Longitude: -47.903702
Elevation: 2648 ft
Country: Brazil
Municipality: São Carlos
IATA Code: QSC
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: SBBS
Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
Distance from City: 4.9 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 02/20

Designation: 02/20
Dimensions: 5315 X 148
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 47/F/A/X/T
Lighting: Edge, Threshold, Taxiway
NAVAIDs: None (no ILS, VOR, NDB, DME)
Approach Types: VFR ONLY
Remarks: PCN 47/F/A/X/T. THR 02 displaced 52m, THR 20 displaced 48m. EMAS not available. VFR only aerodrome.

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: N/A
Operations: 128.125 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 10:00 – 20:00

Tuesday 10:00 – 20:00

Wednesday 10:00 – 20:00

Thursday 10:00 – 20:00

Friday 10:00 – 20:00

Saturday 10:00 – 20:00

Sunday 10:00 – 20:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: 1000-2000 UTC (API RMK 2.3 HR SER MON-SAT) [MON TIL SAT 1000-2000] AD HR SER MON TIL SAT 1000-2000 SUN 1000-1800. Other hours O/R.

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +55 (15) 3500-9394
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: Email: [email protected]

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
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 22 per 1,000 kg MTOW
Parking Fee: BRL 11 per 1,000 kg per hour
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: BRL
Remarks: Standard airport fees apply at SDSC.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-03-23
Remarks: TF / foot MON TIL SAT 1100-2300 UTC. Other hours O/R TEL Petrobrás: (16) 3378-3300, (16) 99768-1942 e (19) 99231-5169

Fuel Type: AVGAS
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-03-23
Remarks: TF / foot MON TIL SAT 1100-2300 UTC. Other hours O/R TEL Petrobrás: (16) 3378-3300, (16) 99768-1942 e (19) 99231-5169

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Domestic and GA. Sao Carlos, Sao Paulo state. Aerospace research.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Hours Mon-Sat 1000-2000, Sun 1000-1800 local (O/R 4h advance). International designation but ops limited to private/maintenance. VFR ONLY. NO navaids (no ILS, VOR, NDB). Fire CAT not published. Night lighting on request 4h advance: +55 (15) 3500-9394 / +55 (16) 99735-8198. INTL ops require pre-coordination with Federal Revenue/Police/ANVISA/Agricultural Defense. GA 24h advance via electronic form. Post-takeoff maintain below 5000ft AGL under VFR. Fuel: Petrobras Mon-Sat 1100-2300 (+55 16 3378-3300). Operator: Rede VOA. Email: [email protected].

Alternates

SBKP

ICAO: SBKP
Name: Viracopos
Distance (NM): 80.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Major international port of entry. eAPIS required. Campinas, Viracopos. Major cargo hub.

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

F2981/26 info

UA (FLT RPA) ACONTECERA WI COORD 220522.50S/0480035.73W - 220444.03S/0475836.23W - 220205.11S/0475934.79W - 220231.66S/0480042.50W - 220522.50S/0480035.73W RAIO 2NM (SAO CARLOS, SP SDSC) RTO

2026-06-04 18:37:00 2026-08-19 02:00:00

F2767/26 info

UA (FLT RPA) ACONTECERA WI COORD 220012.90S/0480018.68W - 220204.13S/0475934.85W - 220119.44S/0475742.20W - 215840.97S/0475736.58W - 220012.90S/0480018.68W RAIO 1.5NM ( IBATE, SP SSIS) RTO COOR SBD420 E SBD424

2026-05-27 23:30:00 2026-08-19 02:00:00

F2759/26 info

UA (FLT RPA) ACONTECERA WI COORD 220443.06S/0475836.26W, 220522.90S/0480035.80W, 220921.27S/0480027.03W, 220722.64S/0475746.66W, 220119.06S/0475740.82W, 220205.09S/0475934.71W (SAO CARLOS, SP) COOR SBD420 SBD424 RTO

2026-05-27 21:46:00 2026-08-19 02:00:00

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of SDSC?: Mário Pereira Lopes operates from 10:00 to 20:00.
What fuel is available at SDSC?: Mário Pereira Lopes offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does SDSC require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Mário Pereira Lopes (Brazil).
Where is SDSC located?: Mário Pereira Lopes (SDSC) is located in São Carlos, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SDSC?: The IATA code for Mário Pereira Lopes is QSC.
How long is the runway at SDSC?: The main runway at Mário Pereira Lopes (02/20) measures 5315 X 148.
Is SDSC a port of entry?: Yes, Mário Pereira Lopes is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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