Regional airport · Aracati, Brazil
Aracati Airport
- Elevation
- 128 ft
- Coordinates
- 4°34′S 37°48′W
- Local time
- America/Fortaleza
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Field information
SBAC runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Aracati Airport (SBAC/ARX) has one runway, 09/27, 5,906 ft (1,800 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Operating hours: 1000-2200Z. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at SBAC, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
Regional airport
Time zone
America/Fortaleza
Country
Brazil
BR
Municipality
Aracati
Elevation
128 ft
Position
-4.5689, -37.8051
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Operating hours
1000-2200Z
Runways · SBAC
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 5,906 ft (1,800 m) | 98 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at SBAC.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Aracati Airport (SBAC / ARX) in Aracati, Brazil, through one 24/7 OCC desk. SBAC is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at SBAC
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Brazil
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Brazil. Applicable permit lead times for Brazil 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 Brazil are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at SBAC
Direct FBO and handler coordination at SBAC covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at SBAC
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at SBAC is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to SBAC
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for SBAC: 4° 34′ 8″ S 37° 48′ 18″ W; elevation 128 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Aracati
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Aracati. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at SBAC.
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Cargo Operations at SBAC
Support for freighter operations into SBAC covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into SBAC?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Aracati Airport — one desk for the whole trip.