Regional airport · Sibu, Malaysia
Sibu
- Elevation
- 122 ft
- Coordinates
- 2°16′N 111°59′E
- Local time
- Asia/Kuching
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Field information
WBGS runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Sibu (WBGS/SBW) has one runway, 13/31, 9,036 ft (2,754 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: 2200-1300Z. Prior permission required (PPR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at WBGS, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
Regional airport
Time zone
Asia/Kuching
Country
Malaysia
MY
Municipality
Sibu
Elevation
122 ft
Position
2.2616, 111.9850
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
2200-1300Z
Access
Prior permission required (PPR)
Runways · WBGS
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 9,036 ft (2,754 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at WBGS.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Sibu (WBGS / SBW) in Sibu, Malaysia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. WBGS is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at WBGS
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Malaysia
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Malaysia. Applicable permit lead times for Malaysia 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 Malaysia are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at WBGS
Direct FBO and handler coordination at WBGS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at WBGS
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at WBGS is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to WBGS
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for WBGS: 2° 15′ 42″ N 111° 59′ 6″ E; elevation 122 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Sibu
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Sibu. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at WBGS.
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Cargo Operations at WBGS
Support for freighter operations into WBGS covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where WBGS sits in the network
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Operating into WBGS?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Sibu — one desk for the whole trip.