International Flight Information Manual (Argentina)

The International Flight Information Manual (IFIM)

Aeronautical Information: Argentina

Designated Authorities

1. Civil Aviation

Postal address:	Ministerio de Economia y Obras y Servicios Publicos Direccion Nacional de Transporte Aereo Hipolito Yrigoyen 250 Piso 12, Of. 1232 1310 Buenos Aires, Argentina
Telephone:
Fax:	+54 11-4349-7328
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AFS:	SABAYUYX
Cable/SITA:	TRANSPAER Baires
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2. Meteorology

Postal address:	Direccion General del Servicio Meteorologico Nacional 25 de Mayo 658 1002 Buenos Aires, Argentina
Telephone:
Fax:	+54 11-4514-4225
Telex:	27040 METEO AR
AFS:	SABAYQYX
Cable/SITA:	METEO Baires
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3. Customs

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6. Animal Quarantine

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7. Plant Quarantine

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8. Air Navigation and Airport Charges

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9. Aircraft Accident Investigation

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Aeronautical Information Services (AIS)

1. AIS Headquarters

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E-mail:	ditraer@faa.mil.ar
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2. International NOTAM Office (NOF)

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Fax:	+54 11 4480 2260
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E-mail:	ditraer@sicra.net ditraer@faa.mil.ar
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Air Traffic Services (ATS)

1. Responsible Service

Postal address:	Fuerza Aerea Argentina Comando de Regiones Aereas Av. Pedro Zanni 250 1104 Buenos Aires, Argentina
Telephone:
Fax:	+54 11-4317-6080
Telex:	27119 FUAER AR
AFS:	SABAYAYX
Cable/SITA:	CORAER Baires
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2. ATS Units Contact List

Unit Name	Telephone Number	Telefax Number

Airports of Entry (AOE)

Designated International Airports in Country

Airport	M	R	A	N	E

The categories of airports are:

M-Major

International airports of entry and departure where all formalities incident to Customs, Immigration, Health and similar procedures are carried out, and which are open to scheduled and nonscheduled flights.

R-Restricted

International airports of entry and departure at which the formalities incident to Customs, Immigration, Health and similar procedures are made available on a restricted basis, to flights with prior approval only.

A-Alternate

International airports specified in the flight plan to which a flight may proceed when it becomes inadvisable to land at the airport of intended landing.

N-Nonscheduled

International airports at which approval may be granted, provided the prescribed prior notice is given, for international nonscheduled flights only; no other form of international operation is permitted.

E-External

International airports of entry and departure for international air traffic located in an administered territory, where all formalities incident to Customs, Immigration, Health and similar procedures are available.

Airport Links

Argentina Airports

World Aero Data -- Argentina Airports

Aeronautical Information Publication

1. Available Online

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Additional Remarks

1. United States International Aviation Restrictions

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2. Further Entry Requirements

1. All private aircraft overflying or landing for commercial or noncommercial purposes must obtain prior permission from the Direccion de Transito Aereo, Fuerza Aerea Argentina (TELEPHONE: 312-3178/TELEX: 21763 FUAER AR, AT. DITRAER FAX: 393-3008) at least 48 hours prior to departure. The request must include:

a. Type of aircraft and aircraft registration marks.

b. Name of pilot and his license number;

c. Route to be followed, including name of airport of departure, of arrival, of final destination and alternative airports for emergencies.

d. Number of crew members and passengers.

e. Purpose of flight.

2. All nonscheduled commercial aircraft landing for commercial or noncommercial purposes must obtain prior permission from the Direccion de Transito Aereo and the Direccion Nacional de Transporte Aereo, Ministerio de Obras Y Servicios Publicos, Buenos Aires, (TE 38-1449 TELEX: 28360 DNTTA AR, ATT DNTAC/REGIMEN DE SERVICIO, FAX: 814-4067). Requests must be submitted far enough in advance to insure consideration and a reply to the request (minimum term 2 weeks prior to arrival).

3. All requests submitted to the Direccion Nacional de Transporte Aereo Comercial (DNTAC) should include, as appropriate:

a. Type of aircraft, nationality and registration marks.

b. Name of pilot and his pilot license number.

c. Dates and times of entry and exit from Argentine airspace.

d. Route to be followed including name of airport of departure, of arrival, of final destination and alternative airports for emergencies.

e. Number of crew members and passengers.

f. If carrier will discharge or take passengers at its stops in Argentina.

g. Type and amount of cargo.

h. A certified copy of the aircraft insurance policy should reach the DNTAC Office 2 weeks prior to the flight.

4. Passport required. Visa not required for business/tourist stay of up to 90 days. For information concerning longer stays, employment, or other types of visas contact the Consular Section of the Argentine Embassy, 1811 Q St., NW, Washington, DC 20009 (202/238-6460) or the nearest Consulate: CA (213/954-9155), FL (305/373-1889), GA (404/880-0805, IL (312/819-2610), NY (212/603-0400) or TX (713/871-8935).
www.embassyofargentina-usa.org

3. Corporate Aircraft Constraints

Cabotage flights are prohibited. Aircraft are allowed to operate in the country 45 days a year which need not be consecutive. An extension of 75 days may be granted for tourism purposes only.

4. Special Notices

1. All private aircraft entering or leaving Argentine territory must land at and depart from the international airport nearest the point where the aircraft will cross the Argentine border.

2. All aircraft must contact Argentine ATC before crossing the border.

3. Customs inspection is required for anyone flying in or out the 'Isla Grande De Tierra Del Fuego.'

Updated: 20041109

Air Traffic Organization: Operations Planning- International