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International Hub · Brazil

SBFIIGU

Cataratas International Airport

Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil

ICAO

SBFI

IATA

IGU

Category

International Hub

Elevation

786 ft

Country

Brazil

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at SBFI

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Cataratas International Airport (SBFI / IGU) in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

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

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.

Ground Handling at SBFI

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

Cataratas International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at SBFI

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

Flight Planning & Dispatch to SBFI

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

Planning reference for SBFI: 25° 35′ 38″ S 54° 29′ 20″ W; elevation 786 ft; local time UTC-3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Foz do Iguaçu

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

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

Cargo Operations at SBFI

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

Field Information

Cataratas International Airport

Latitude
25° 35′ 38″ S
Longitude
54° 29′ 20″ W
ICAO code
SBFI
IATA code
IGU
Municipality
Foz do Iguaçu
Timezone
UTC-3
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To IGU?

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

Submit flight inquiry for SBFI

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – SBFI

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Cataratas International Airport?

The ICAO code is SBFI and the IATA code is IGU.

Is Jet A1 available at SBFI?

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

What is the fire category at SBFI?

Cataratas International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does SBFI operate in?

Cataratas International Airport operates on UTC-3.

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

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 SBFI.