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International Hub · Peru

SPQUAQP

Rodríguez Ballón International Airport

Arequipa, Peru

ICAO

SPQU

IATA

AQP

Category

International Hub

Elevation

8,405 ft

Country

Peru

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at SPQU

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (SPQU / AQP) in Arequipa, Peru, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

SPQU is listed in our network as an international hub with medium traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

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.

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.

Rodríguez Ballón International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at SPQU

Fuel on record at Rodríguez Ballón International Airport: Jet fuel. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

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′ 28″ S 71° 34′ 8″ W; elevation 8,405 ft; local time UTC-5.

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.

Cargo Operations at SPQU

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

Field Information

Rodríguez Ballón International Airport

Latitude
16° 20′ 28″ S
Longitude
71° 34′ 8″ W
ICAO code
SPQU
IATA code
AQP
Municipality
Arequipa
Timezone
UTC-5
Traffic
Medium
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To AQP?

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

Submit flight inquiry for SPQU

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – SPQU

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Rodríguez Ballón International Airport?

The ICAO code is SPQU and the IATA code is AQP.

Is Jet A1 available at SPQU?

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

What is the fire category at SPQU?

Rodríguez Ballón International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does SPQU operate in?

Rodríguez Ballón International Airport operates on UTC-5.

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

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 SPQU.