Does SSBZ require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Umberto Modiano (Brazil).

Where is SSBZ located?

Umberto Modiano (SSBZ) is located in Armação dos Búzios, Brazil.

What is the IATA code for SSBZ?

The IATA code for Umberto Modiano is BZC.

How long is the runway at SSBZ?

The main runway at Umberto Modiano (08/26) measures 4265 X 98.

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Umberto Modiano (SSBZ/BZC) — Armação dos Búzios, Brazil

Umberto Modiano (SSBZ/BZC) serves Armação dos Búzios, Brazil. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (08/26). Field elevation is 10 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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65% Data Complete 34 of 52 points

Missing: Frequencies, Operations, Fuel, Contacts

Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 0/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 0/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 5/10

Data last updated: 2026-03-20

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: SSBZ
Name: Umberto Modiano
Type: medium_airport
Category: Private
Latitude: -22.770882
Longitude: -41.963081
Elevation: 10 ft
Country: Brazil
Municipality: Armação dos Búzios
IATA Code: BZC
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: SBCW
Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo
Distance from City: 10.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 08/26

Designation: 08/26
Dimensions: 4265 X 98
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 13/F/C/Y/U
Lighting: Beacon, Edge, Taxiway, Threshold, Wind indicator
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: PCN 13/F/C/Y/U.

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: N/A
Operations: N/A
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: +55 (22) 2621-4263
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: Cabo Frio/Buzios resort area, RJ. Fire CAT 1. NO FUEL. VFR only.

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: Hours SR-SS (daylight only). Domestic only. Fire CAT 1. NO FUEL. Very short runway (1,287m). VFR only. No on-field navaids. Basic strip for light aircraft.

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

E5179/26 info

EXIBICAO AEREA (ESQUADRILHA DA FUMACA) SUBJ AUTH/COOR APP RIO E APP ALDEIA ACONTECERA CENTRO COORD 224900S0420533W (SAO PEDRO DA ALDEIA) RAIO 5NM

2026-08-02 10:00:00 2026-08-02 21:00:00

E3935/26 info

AREA PERIGOSA TEMPORARIAMENTE (MONITORAMENTO DE CETACEOS) SUBJ AUTH APP SAO PEDRO DA ALDEIA WI COORD 225156.37S0415839.77W - 253218.45S0401946.04W - 254434.83S0395646.48W - 235514.76S0380133.02W - 220409.53S0370650.27W - 202802.13S0401946.40W (EXC SBR322 SBR336) ACT

2026-07-01 00:00:00 2026-08-30 23:59:00

E4236/26 info

AREA PERIGOSA TEMPORARIAMENTE (FLT ASA DELTA REBOCADO) SUBJ COOR/AUTH APP SAO PEDRO DA ALDEIA WI COORD 224455S0415515W-224506S0415506W-224527S0415537W-224511S0415543W ACT

2026-06-30 21:09:00 2026-09-28 22:00:00

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Nearby Airports

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does SSBZ require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Umberto Modiano (Brazil).
Where is SSBZ located?: Umberto Modiano (SSBZ) is located in Armação dos Búzios, Brazil.
What is the IATA code for SSBZ?: The IATA code for Umberto Modiano is BZC.
How long is the runway at SSBZ?: The main runway at Umberto Modiano (08/26) measures 4265 X 98.

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