Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Brazil

SBRFREC

Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport

Recife, Brazil

ICAO

SBRF

IATA

REC

Category

International Hub

Elevation

33 ft

Country

Brazil

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at SBRF

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (SBRF / REC) in Recife, Brazil, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

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

Overflight & Landing Permits – Brazil

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

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

Ground Handling at SBRF

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

Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at SBRF

Fuel on record at Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to SBRF

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

Planning reference for SBRF: 8° 7′ 37″ S 34° 55′ 23″ W; elevation 33 ft; local time UTC-3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Recife

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

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

Cargo Operations at SBRF

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

Field Information

Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport

Latitude
8° 7′ 37″ S
Longitude
34° 55′ 23″ W
ICAO code
SBRF
IATA code
REC
Municipality
Recife
Timezone
UTC-3
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To REC?

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

Submit flight inquiry for SBRF

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – SBRF

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport?

The ICAO code is SBRF and the IATA code is REC.

Is Jet A1 available at SBRF?

Yes. Fuel on record at Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at SBRF?

Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does SBRF operate in?

Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport operates on UTC-3.

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

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 SBRF.