Santa Ana Del Yacuma Airport — Santa Ana del Yacuma, Bolivia
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereSanta Ana Del Yacuma Airport in Santa Ana del Yacuma uses the IATA code SBL, with SLSA as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from SBL
Santa Ana Del Yacuma Airport
Santa Ana Del Yacuma Airport, designated SBL, serves a remote town in Bolivia's Beni department, an expansive lowland region defined by tropical savanna and seasonal flooding. The airport functions as a critical lifeline for Santa Ana del Yacuma, since road access can become unreliable during the rainy season when rivers overflow across the Beni plains. Small aircraft operated by regional carriers connect the town to larger Bolivian cities like Trinidad and Santa Cruz. SBL's basic airstrip infrastructure mirrors many Amazonian and lowland South American airports, prioritizing essential connectivity for cattle ranching communities and isolated settlements over passenger comfort or scale.
Runways at Santa Ana Del Yacuma Airport (SBL)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 5013 ft (1528 m) | 69 ft (21 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Santa Ana Del Yacuma Airport (SBL)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RDO | RDO | 662.2 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.3 MHz |
Airports near Santa Ana Del Yacuma Airport (SBL)
- Teniente Av. Jorge Henrich Arauz Airport (TDD) — 130.0 km (80.8 mi)
- Capitán Av. Selin Zeitun Lopez Airport (RIB) — 313.9 km (195.0 mi)
- Guayaramerín Airport (GYA) — 319.6 km (198.6 mi)
- Guajará-Mirim Airport (GJM) — 331.3 km (205.9 mi)
- Jorge Wilsterman International Airport (CBB) — 414.5 km (257.6 mi)
- El Alto International Airport (LPB) — 425.1 km (264.1 mi)
- Padre Aldamiz International Airport (PEM) — 430.1 km (267.3 mi)
- Capitán Aníbal Arab Airport (CIJ) — 473.1 km (294.0 mi)
Santa Ana Del Yacuma Airport (SBL) links Bolivia's flood-prone Beni lowlands to major cities, serving remote ranching communities via small regional aircraft.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Santa Ana Del Yacuma Airport?
The IATA code for Santa Ana Del Yacuma Airport is SBL.
What is the ICAO code for Santa Ana Del Yacuma Airport?
The ICAO code for Santa Ana Del Yacuma Airport is SLSA. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.