Faro Airport

LPFR / FAO

Faro, PT

LPFR (FAO) Faro Airport — Charts, Approach Plates & Operations

Airport charts, approach plates, and operational data for Faro Airport (LPFR) directly from the official Aeronautical Information Publication.

Operations Frequencies Official AIP FAQ

Airport Operations

Faro Airport operates 0600-2400 with H24 customs and immigration services. Fuel (JET A1) available most hours with hydrant system capacity of 3.2 million litres. Fire fighting category 8 with limited RFFS coverage 0000-0600.

Fuel & Services

Fuel Available
Yes
Fuel Types
JET A1
Fuel Hours
0800-2400 (0700-2300) 0530-2400 (0430-2300). Other times on request with surcharge
Operating Hours
0600-2400 (0500-2300)
Customs
Available (H24)

Hydrant System (JET A1) - Total capacity 3,200,000 litres. Maximum delivery rate: 75 litres per second. Defuelling not available.

Parking & Handling

PPL / GA Operations

From 0000-0600 there is no RFFS coverage, only non-commercial operations allowed. Aerodrome operations hours extension considered until 0100 if requested by 2330 for force majeure cases through Airport Duty Manager.

Source: AIP data extracted Apr 9, 2026. Always verify with official AIP before flight. View source

Radio Frequencies

4 frequencies
Tower
118.200
MHz
TWR
Ground
118.575
MHz
GND
Approach
119.400
MHz
APP
ATIS
124.200
MHz
ATIS
Emergency Frequency
121.500
International Emergency

Usage Instructions:

Tower: Airport traffic control
Ground: Surface movement control
Approach: Terminal area control
ATIS: Automated weather & airport info
• Click any frequency to copy to clipboard
• Always verify frequencies with current charts before flight
• Frequencies may change - check NOTAMs for updates
Data Source: Frequencies are sourced from OurAirports.com, updated daily. Always verify current frequencies using official airport charts, AIP publications, or contact the airport directly. Frequencies may change due to operational requirements or regulatory updates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many charts are available for LPFR (FAO) Faro Airport?

Official charts for LPFR are published in the national Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP). Chart data for this airport is being added to our database.

Where can I find instrument approach plates for LPFR?

All instrument approach procedures (IAP) for LPFR (FAO) Faro Airport are available on this page, linking directly to the official PDF charts published by the aviation authority. These include ILS, RNAV/GPS, VOR and LOC approaches for all runways.

Are the charts for LPFR free?

Yes, all chart links on this page point to official free sources including FAA d-TPP, EUROCONTROL eAIPs, and national aviation authority publications. No subscription required.

How often are charts updated?

Official charts follow the AIRAC cycle and are updated every 28 days. The links on this page always point to the current effective cycle from the official source.