International hub · Sao Luis, Brazil
Sao Luis/Marechal Cunha Machado Intl
- Elevation
- 178 ft
- Coordinates
- 2°35′S 44°14′W
- Local time
- America/Fortaleza
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Field information
SBSL runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Sao Luis/Marechal Cunha Machado Intl (SBSL/SLZ) has 2 runways; the longest, 06/24, is 7,828 ft (2,386 m) 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). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at SBSL, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Fortaleza
Country
Brazil
BR
Municipality
São Luís
Elevation
178 ft
Position
-2.5864, -44.2350
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · SBSL
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 7,828 ft (2,386 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 09/27 | 4,803 ft (1,464 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at SBSL.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Sao Luis/Marechal Cunha Machado Intl (SBSL / SLZ) in Sao Luis, Brazil, through one 24/7 OCC desk. SBSL 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 SBSL
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 SBSL
Direct FBO and handler coordination at SBSL covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at SBSL
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at SBSL is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to SBSL
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for SBSL: 2° 35′ 11″ S 44° 14′ 6″ W; elevation 178 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Sao Luis
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Sao Luis. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at SBSL.
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Cargo Operations at SBSL
Support for freighter operations into SBSL covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into SBSL?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Sao Luis/Marechal Cunha Machado Intl — one desk for the whole trip.