What is the tower frequency at SLVR?

The tower frequency at Viru Viru Intl is 118.6 MHz.

Does SLVR require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Viru Viru Intl (Bolivia, Plurinational State of).

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Viru Viru Intl

Viru Viru Intl (SLVR/VVI) serves Santa Cruz, Bolivia, Plurinational State of. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (16/34). Field elevation is 1224 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 2/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 7/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SLVR
Name: Viru Viru Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -17.6448
Longitude: -63.135399
Elevation: 1224 ft
Country: Bolivia, Plurinational State of
Municipality: Santa Cruz
IATA Code: VVI
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/La_Paz
Distance from City: 16.2 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 16/34

Designation: 16/34
Dimensions: 11483 X 148
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.600 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: 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: BOB 90 per 1,000 kg MTOW
Parking Fee: BOB 45 per 1,000 kg per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: BOB
Remarks: Standard airport fees apply at SLVR.

Fuel Information

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

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International port of entry. Santa Cruz, Viru Viru. Full FIS. Largest Bolivian city.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Lowland Bolivia hub. Sea level equivalent. Modern terminal.

Airport Services

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Bolivia, Plurinational State of Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 4 business days (minimum 48 working hours per AIP; DGAC increasingly strict on adherence)
Landing Lead Time: 4 business days

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights need DGAC authorization. Limited international airports available.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at SLVR?: The tower frequency at Viru Viru Intl is 118.6 MHz.
What fuel is available at SLVR?: Viru Viru Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does SLVR require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Viru Viru Intl (Bolivia, Plurinational State of).

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