What is the tower frequency at SPQU?

The tower frequency at Rodriguez Ballon is 118.7 MHz.

What fuel is available at SPQU?

Rodriguez Ballon offers Jet A-1.

Does SPQU require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Rodriguez Ballon (Peru).

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Rodriguez Ballon

Rodriguez Ballon (SPQU/AQP) serves Arequipa, Peru. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (09/27). Field elevation is 8405 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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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: SPQU
Name: Rodriguez Ballon
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -16.341101
Longitude: -71.583099
Elevation: 8405 ft
Country: Peru
Municipality: Arequipa
IATA Code: AQP
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Lima
Distance from City: 8.1 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 09/27

Designation: 09/27
Dimensions: 9777 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.700 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: PEN 48 per 1,000 kg MTOW
Parking Fee: PEN 24 per 1,000 kg per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: PEN
Remarks: Standard airport fees apply at SPQU.

Fuel Information

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

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International port of entry. Arequipa, second largest Peruvian city.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: High elevation 8,405 ft. Near volcanoes. Scenic but challenging.

Airport Services

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Peru Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours
Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights need DGAC notification and customs pre-clearance.

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Nearby Airports

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at SPQU?: The tower frequency at Rodriguez Ballon is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at SPQU?: Rodriguez Ballon offers Jet A-1.
Does SPQU require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Rodriguez Ballon (Peru).

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