Charter a Private Jet to Amílcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
Located in Espargos on Sal Island, Cape Verde, Amílcar Cabral International Airport (SID) is the country’s main gateway for international and private jet traffic. Its long runway and 24-hour operations make it a convenient refuelling and technical stop between Europe, Africa and South America. The airport also accommodates leisure flights to the archipelago’s resorts, with several FBOs providing dedicated services for private aviation.
| Coordinates (DMS) | |
|---|---|
| Latitude / Longitude | |
| IATA Code | SID |
| ICAO Code | GVAC |
| Elevation | |
| Number of runway(s) | 1 |
| Runway surface(s) | Asphalt |
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Most Common Aircraft Operating from Amílcar Cabral International Airport
| Aircraft picture | Aircraft model name | Seats | Speed (km/h) | Speed (knots) | Range (km) | Range (NM) |
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Boeing BBJ3 | 8-24 | 876 km/h | 473 kts | 8871 km | 4790 NM |
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Cessna Citation CJ3 | 7 | 769 km/h | 415 kts | 3222 km | 1740 NM |
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Hawker 900XP | 8 | 830 km/h | 448 kts | 5219 km | 2818 NM |
FBO Services at Amílcar Cabral International Airport
Located on Sal Island in Cape Verde, Amílcar Cabral International Airport features a 3,272-metre runway suitable for all categories of private aircraft, from light jets to long-range business liners. The airport operates 24 hours a day and serves as a key technical and leisure gateway between Europe, Africa and South America. Several dedicated ground handlers operate on site to assist private jet flights; the main FBOs are presented below.
Universal Aviation – Sal Island
Universal Aviation – Sal Island provides full ground handling and passenger support for private jet arrivals and departures at GVAC. Its facilities include dedicated passenger and crew lounges, private customs and immigration coordination, and on-demand catering and transport arrangements. The team assists with fuel, flight permits and last-minute logistics, ensuring smooth service for both technical stops and leisure itineraries.
CV Handling
CV Handling is the national ground handling provider in Cape Verde, managing services at all airports in the archipelago, including Sal. At Amílcar Cabral International, it oversees ramp operations, passenger and crew assistance, and coordination with airport and border authorities. Its local expertise makes it a reliable choice for operators seeking efficient turnarounds and on-the-ground support adapted to Cape Verdean procedures.
SAFEPORT Cabo Verde SA
SAFEPORT Cabo Verde SA offers supervision and handling services for general and business aviation at Sal. While smaller in scale than the other FBOs, it provides core operational support such as ramp coordination, fuel, and liaison with airport authorities. Its presence contributes to flexible handling capacity for private jet operators using GVAC for regional or transatlantic routing.
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