What are the operating hours of SNCW?

Centro de Lançamento de Alcântara operates from 10:00 to 21:00.

Does SNCW require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Centro de Lançamento de Alcântara (Brazil).

Where is SNCW located?

Centro de Lançamento de Alcântara (SNCW) is located in Alcântara, Brazil.

How long is the runway at SNCW?

The main runway at Centro de Lançamento de Alcântara (09/27) measures 8530 X 148.

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Centro de Lançamento de Alcântara (SNCW) — Alcântara, Brazil

Centro de Lançamento de Alcântara (SNCW) serves Alcântara, Brazil. This is a small airport with 2 runways (09/27, 0/0). Field elevation is 148 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 1/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 0/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 3/10

Data last updated: 2026-03-20

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SNCW
Name: Centro de Lançamento de Alcântara
Type: small_airport
Category: Military
Latitude: -2.373
Longitude: -44.3964
Elevation: 148 ft
Country: Brazil
Municipality: Alcântara
IATA Code: N/A
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: SBAZ
Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 09/27

Designation: 09/27
Dimensions: 8530 X 148
Surface: Concrete
PCN: 52/F/A/X/T
Lighting: Edge, Threshold
NAVAIDs: VOR/DME ALR (116.7)
Approach Types: VOR/DME, VFR
Remarks: PCN 52/F/A/X/T. 2600x45m. Space launch center. Fire MIL-3. Civil requires 5-day advance from Dept Aerospace Science +55 (98) 3311-9200.

Runway 0/0

Designation: 0/0
Dimensions: 98 X 98
Surface: Concrete
PCN: 9,0t
Lighting: N/A
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: N/A
Operations: 122.050 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 10:00 – 21:00

Tuesday 10:00 – 21:00

Wednesday 10:00 – 21:00

Thursday 10:00 – 21:00

Friday 10:00 – 21:00

Saturday 10:00 – 21:00

Sunday 10:00 – 21:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: 1000-2100 UTC (COMPL [5]) OPS nighttimes AUTH only for ACFT MIL with runway lighting de EMERG O/R with minimum advance notice of 24 HR, via TEL: (98) 3311-9200 e (98) 3311-9029 on the dias business. SAT, SUN e HOL, contato via meio at tel: (98) 99126-0023 (oficial of permanence).

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +55 (98) 3311-9200
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

Immigration

Port of Entry: No
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: N/A

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Military (Alcantara Launch Center / Brazilian Space Agency). Civil requires 5-day advance clearance +55 (98) 3311-9200. VOR/DME ALR 116.7. Fire MIL-3. Fire CAT >2 requires 5 business days coordination. Night ops military only with 24h notice.

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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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of SNCW?: Centro de Lançamento de Alcântara operates from 10:00 to 21:00.
Does SNCW require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Centro de Lançamento de Alcântara (Brazil).
Where is SNCW located?: Centro de Lançamento de Alcântara (SNCW) is located in Alcântara, Brazil.
How long is the runway at SNCW?: The main runway at Centro de Lançamento de Alcântara (09/27) measures 8530 X 148.

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