Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Paraguay

SGASASU

Silvio Pettirossi International Airport

Asunción, Paraguay

ICAO

SGAS

IATA

ASU

Category

International Hub

Elevation

292 ft

Country

Paraguay

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at SGAS

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (SGAS / ASU) in Asunción, Paraguay, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

SGAS 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 – Paraguay

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Paraguay.

Applicable permit lead times for Paraguay 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 Paraguay are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at SGAS

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

Silvio Pettirossi International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8.

Jet A1 Fuel at SGAS

Fuel on record at Silvio Pettirossi 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 SGAS

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

Planning reference for SGAS: 25° 14′ 24″ S 57° 31′ 8″ W; elevation 292 ft; local time UTC-3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Asunción

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

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

Cargo Operations at SGAS

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

Field Information

Silvio Pettirossi International Airport

Latitude
25° 14′ 24″ S
Longitude
57° 31′ 8″ W
ICAO code
SGAS
IATA code
ASU
Municipality
Asunción
Timezone
UTC-3
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 8
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To ASU?

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

Submit flight inquiry for SGAS

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – SGAS

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Silvio Pettirossi International Airport?

The ICAO code is SGAS and the IATA code is ASU.

Is Jet A1 available at SGAS?

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

What is the fire category at SGAS?

Silvio Pettirossi International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8.

What time zone does SGAS operate in?

Silvio Pettirossi International Airport operates on UTC-3.

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

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 SGAS.