International hub · Cusco, Peru
Cusco/Teniente A Velazco Astete Intl
- Elevation
- 10,860 ft
- Coordinates
- 13°32′S 71°56′W
- Local time
- America/Lima
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Field information
SPZO runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Cusco/Teniente A Velazco Astete Intl (SPZO/CUZ) has one runway, 10/28, 11,146 ft (3,397 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: 1100 - 2300Z. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at SPZO, 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
Cusco
Elevation
10,860 ft
Position
-13.5357, -71.9388
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
1100 - 2300Z
Runways · SPZO
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 11,146 ft (3,397 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at SPZO.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Cusco/Teniente A Velazco Astete Intl (SPZO / CUZ) in Cusco, Peru, through one 24/7 OCC desk. SPZO 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 SPZO
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 SPZO
Direct FBO and handler coordination at SPZO covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at SPZO
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at SPZO is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to SPZO
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for SPZO: 13° 32′ 9″ S 71° 56′ 20″ W; elevation 10860 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Cusco
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Cusco. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at SPZO.
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Cargo Operations at SPZO
Support for freighter operations into SPZO covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where SPZO sits in the network
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Operating into SPZO?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Cusco/Teniente A Velazco Astete Intl — one desk for the whole trip.