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Silvio Pettirossi Intl (SGAS/ASU) — Asuncion, Paraguay

Silvio Pettirossi Intl (SGAS/ASU) serves Asuncion, Paraguay. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (02/20). Field elevation is 292 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 7/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: SGAS
  • Name: Silvio Pettirossi Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: -25.241735
  • Longitude: -57.514103
  • Elevation: 292 ft
  • Country: Paraguay
  • Municipality: Asuncion
  • IATA Code: ASU
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Asuncion
  • Distance from City: 12.8 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 02/20

  • Designation: 02/20
  • Dimensions: 10997 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.100 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: 119.700 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday N/A
Tuesday N/A
Wednesday N/A
Thursday N/A
Friday N/A
Saturday N/A
Sunday N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: PYG 250,000 per 1,000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: PYG 125,000 per 1,000 kg per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: PYG
  • Remarks: Standard airport fees apply at SGAS.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Standard Jet A-1 available at SGAS.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Primary international port of entry. Asuncion, capital. Full FIS.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Capital city airport. Only major international airport in Paraguay.

Airport Services

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Paraguay Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 3d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours prior to departure
Private / GA Operations:

Private passenger flight permits required. 48 working hours lead time.

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Active NOTAMs

A0399/26 caution
Taxiway restriction
CNL INFO REF TO DTHR 20
2026-07-24 11:35:31 Until further notice
A0398/26 caution
Taxiway restriction
DTHR 20 852M DUE WIP RWY AVBL 2500M MEN AND EQPT IN THE AREA OPS COOR WITH TWR FREQ 118,1MHZ AND GND FREQ 121,9MHZ
2026-07-24 10:55:30 Until further notice
A0368/26 info
ASCENT OF FREE BALLOON WILL TAKE PLACE FM THE AEROLOGICAL OBSERVATORY
2026-07-08 13:02:00 2026-10-08 23:59:00
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at SGAS?
The tower frequency at Silvio Pettirossi Intl is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at SGAS?
Silvio Pettirossi Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does SGAS require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Silvio Pettirossi Intl (Paraguay).
Where is SGAS located?
Silvio Pettirossi Intl (SGAS) is located in Asuncion, Paraguay.
What is the IATA code for SGAS?
The IATA code for Silvio Pettirossi Intl is ASU.
How long is the runway at SGAS?
The main runway at Silvio Pettirossi Intl (02/20) measures 10997 X 148.
Does SGAS have an ILS approach?
Yes, Silvio Pettirossi Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 02/20.
Is SGAS a port of entry?
Yes, Silvio Pettirossi Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.