Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

Regional Airport · Argentina

SAZMMDQ

Ástor Piazzola International Airport

Mar del Plata, Argentina

ICAO

SAZM

IATA

MDQ

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

72 ft

Country

Argentina

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at SAZM

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Ástor Piazzola International Airport (SAZM / MDQ) in Mar del Plata, Argentina, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

SAZM is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Argentina

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Argentina.

Applicable permit lead times for Argentina 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 Argentina are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at SAZM

Direct FBO and handler coordination at SAZM covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Ástor Piazzola International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

Jet A1 Fuel at SAZM

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

Flight Planning & Dispatch to SAZM

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for SAZM: 37° 56′ 2″ S 57° 34′ 23″ W; elevation 72 ft; local time UTC-3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Mar del Plata

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Mar del Plata.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at SAZM.

Cargo Operations at SAZM

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

Field Information

Ástor Piazzola International Airport

Latitude
37° 56′ 2″ S
Longitude
57° 34′ 23″ W
ICAO code
SAZM
IATA code
MDQ
Municipality
Mar del Plata
Timezone
UTC-3
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To MDQ?

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

Submit flight inquiry for SAZM

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – SAZM

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Ástor Piazzola International Airport?

The ICAO code is SAZM and the IATA code is MDQ.

Is Jet A1 available at SAZM?

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

What is the fire category at SAZM?

Ástor Piazzola International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does SAZM operate in?

Ástor Piazzola International Airport operates on UTC-3.

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

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 SAZM.