Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Brazil

SBSLSLZ

Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport

São Luís, Brazil

ICAO

SBSL

IATA

SLZ

Category

International Hub

Elevation

178 ft

Country

Brazil

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at SBSL

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SBSL / SLZ) in São Luís, Brazil, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

SBSL is listed in our network as an international hub with high 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 SBSL

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

Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at SBSL

Fuel on record at Marechal Cunha Machado 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 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′ 10″ S 44° 14′ 6″ W; elevation 178 ft; local time UTC-3.

Crew & Passenger Services in São Luís

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

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

Cargo Operations at SBSL

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

Field Information

Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport

Latitude
2° 35′ 10″ S
Longitude
44° 14′ 6″ W
ICAO code
SBSL
IATA code
SLZ
Municipality
São Luís
Timezone
UTC-3
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To SLZ?

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

Submit flight inquiry for SBSL

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – SBSL

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport?

The ICAO code is SBSL and the IATA code is SLZ.

Is Jet A1 available at SBSL?

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

What is the fire category at SBSL?

Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does SBSL operate in?

Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport operates on UTC-3.

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

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 SBSL.