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International Hub · Brazil

SBJPJPA

Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport

João Pessoa, Brazil

ICAO

SBJP

IATA

JPA

Category

International Hub

Elevation

217 ft

Country

Brazil

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at SBJP

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (SBJP / JPA) in João Pessoa, Brazil, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

SBJP is listed in our network as an international hub with medium traffic. 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 SBJP

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

Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at SBJP

Fuel on record at Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to SBJP

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

Planning reference for SBJP: 7° 8′ 56″ S 34° 57′ 4″ W; elevation 217 ft; local time UTC-3.

Crew & Passenger Services in João Pessoa

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

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

Cargo Operations at SBJP

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

Field Information

Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport

Latitude
7° 8′ 56″ S
Longitude
34° 57′ 4″ W
ICAO code
SBJP
IATA code
JPA
Municipality
João Pessoa
Timezone
UTC-3
Traffic
Medium
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To JPA?

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

Submit flight inquiry for SBJP

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – SBJP

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport?

The ICAO code is SBJP and the IATA code is JPA.

Is Jet A1 available at SBJP?

Yes. Fuel on record at Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at SBJP?

Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does SBJP operate in?

Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport operates on UTC-3.

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

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 SBJP.