International hub · Arequipa, Peru
Arequipa/Alfredo Rodriguez Ballon
- Elevation
- 8,405 ft
- Coordinates
- 16°20′S 71°34′W
- Local time
- America/Lima
Photo: Mike McBey · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Field information
SPQU runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Arequipa/Alfredo Rodriguez Ballon (SPQU/AQP) has one runway, 10/28, 9,777 ft (2,980 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: 1100-0300Z. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at SPQU, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Lima
Country
Peru
PE
Municipality
Arequipa
Elevation
8,405 ft
Position
-16.3408, -71.5695
Traffic level
Medium
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
1100-0300Z
Runways · SPQU
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 9,777 ft (2,980 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at SPQU.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Arequipa/Alfredo Rodriguez Ballon (SPQU / AQP) in Arequipa, Peru, through one 24/7 OCC desk. SPQU 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 SPQU
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Peru
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Peru. Applicable permit lead times for Peru 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 Peru are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at SPQU
Direct FBO and handler coordination at SPQU covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at SPQU
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at SPQU is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to SPQU
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for SPQU: 16° 20′ 27″ S 71° 34′ 10″ W; elevation 8405 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Arequipa
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Arequipa. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at SPQU.
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Cargo Operations at SPQU
Support for freighter operations into SPQU covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into SPQU?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Arequipa/Alfredo Rodriguez Ballon — one desk for the whole trip.