Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Cape Verde

GVACSID

Amílcar Cabral International Airport

Espargos, Cape Verde

ICAO

GVAC

IATA

SID

Category

International Hub

Elevation

177 ft

Country

Cape Verde

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at GVAC

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Amílcar Cabral International Airport (GVAC / SID) in Espargos, Cape Verde, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

GVAC is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Cape Verde

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Cape Verde.

Applicable permit lead times for Cape Verde are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Cape Verde are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at GVAC

Direct FBO and handler coordination at GVAC covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Amílcar Cabral International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at GVAC

Fuel on record at Amílcar Cabral International Airport: Jet fuel. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to GVAC

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for GVAC: 16° 44′ 28″ N 22° 56′ 56″ W; elevation 177 ft; local time UTC-1.

Crew & Passenger Services in Espargos

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Espargos.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at GVAC.

Cargo Operations at GVAC

Support for freighter operations into GVAC covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Amílcar Cabral International Airport

Latitude
16° 44′ 28″ N
Longitude
22° 56′ 56″ W
ICAO code
GVAC
IATA code
SID
Municipality
Espargos
Timezone
UTC-1
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To SID?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for GVAC.

Submit flight inquiry for GVAC

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – GVAC

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Amílcar Cabral International Airport?

The ICAO code is GVAC and the IATA code is SID.

Is Jet A1 available at GVAC?

Yes. Fuel on record at Amílcar Cabral International Airport is Jet fuel; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at GVAC?

Amílcar Cabral International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does GVAC operate in?

Amílcar Cabral International Airport operates on UTC-1.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for GVAC?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for GVAC.