
International hub · Cochabamba, Bolivia
Cochabamba/Jorge Wilsterman Intl
- Elevation
- 8,360 ft
- Coordinates
- 17°25′S 66°11′W
- Local time
- America/La Paz
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Field information
SLCB runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Cochabamba/Jorge Wilsterman Intl (SLCB/CBB) has 2 runways; the longest, 14/32, is 12,460 ft (3,798 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at SLCB, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/La Paz
Country
Bolivia
BO
Municipality
Cochabamba
Elevation
8,360 ft
Position
-17.4211, -66.1771
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Runways · SLCB
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 12,460 ft (3,798 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 05/23 | 8,692 ft (2,649 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at SLCB.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Cochabamba/Jorge Wilsterman Intl (SLCB / CBB) in Cochabamba, Bolivia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. SLCB 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 SLCB
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Bolivia
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Bolivia. Applicable permit lead times for Bolivia 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 Bolivia are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at SLCB
Direct FBO and handler coordination at SLCB covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at SLCB
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at SLCB is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to SLCB
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for SLCB: 17° 25′ 16″ S 66° 10′ 38″ W; elevation 8360 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Cochabamba
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Cochabamba. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at SLCB.
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Cargo Operations at SLCB
Support for freighter operations into SLCB covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where SLCB sits in the network
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Operating into SLCB?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Cochabamba/Jorge Wilsterman Intl — one desk for the whole trip.