Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Brazil

SBSVSSA

Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport

Salvador, Brazil

ICAO

SBSV

IATA

SSA

Category

International Hub

Elevation

64 ft

Country

Brazil

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at SBSV

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SBSV / SSA) in Salvador, Brazil, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

SBSV 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 SBSV

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

Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 10.

Jet A1 Fuel at SBSV

Fuel on record at Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães 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 SBSV

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

Planning reference for SBSV: 12° 54′ 32″ S 38° 19′ 19″ W; elevation 64 ft; local time UTC-3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Salvador

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

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

Cargo Operations at SBSV

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

Field Information

Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport

Latitude
12° 54′ 32″ S
Longitude
38° 19′ 19″ W
ICAO code
SBSV
IATA code
SSA
Municipality
Salvador
Timezone
UTC-3
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 10
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To SSA?

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

Submit flight inquiry for SBSV

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – SBSV

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport?

The ICAO code is SBSV and the IATA code is SSA.

Is Jet A1 available at SBSV?

Yes. Fuel on record at Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at SBSV?

Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 10.

What time zone does SBSV operate in?

Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport operates on UTC-3.

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

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 SBSV.