International hub · Funchal, Portugal
Madeira (Cristiano Ronaldo)
- Elevation
- 192 ft
- Coordinates
- 32°42′N 16°46′W
- Local time
- Atlantic/Madeira
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Field information
LPMA runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Madeira (Cristiano Ronaldo) (LPMA/FNC) has one runway, 05/23, 9,110 ft (2,777 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at LPMA, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Atlantic/Madeira
Country
Portugal
PT
Municipality
Funchal
Elevation
192 ft
Position
32.6978, -16.7746
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Runways · LPMA
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 9,110 ft (2,777 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at LPMA.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Madeira (Cristiano Ronaldo) (LPMA / FNC) in Funchal, Portugal, through one 24/7 OCC desk. LPMA is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at LPMA
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Portugal
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Portugal. Applicable permit lead times for Portugal 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 Portugal are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at LPMA
Direct FBO and handler coordination at LPMA covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at LPMA
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at LPMA is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to LPMA
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for LPMA: 32° 41′ 52″ N 16° 46′ 29″ W; elevation 192 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Funchal
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Funchal. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LPMA.
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Cargo Operations at LPMA
Support for freighter operations into LPMA covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where LPMA sits in the network
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Operating into LPMA?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Madeira (Cristiano Ronaldo) — one desk for the whole trip.