Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 10h 58m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport
O Aeroporto de Barbacena / Major-Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges - fica situado no município de Barbacena, Minas Gerais, a uma altitude de 1115 metros do nível do mar. É administrado pela Escola Preparatória de Cadetes do Ar, unidade integrante do Comando da Aeronáutica do Ministério da Defesa do Brasil.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 5,774 ft / 1,760 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | RDO | 125.900 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport?
The ICAO code for Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport is SBBQ.
Where is Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport located?
Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport is medium airport located in Barbacena, Brazil, at an elevation of 3,657 ft (1,115 m).
How many runways does Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport have?
Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,774 ft / 1,760 m.
What time zone is Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport in?
Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport is in the America/Sao Paulo time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport is approximately 23° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport?
The nearest airport to Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport is Prefeito Octávio de Almeida Neves Airport (JDR), about 28.2 nm to the wnw, followed by Carolina de Assis Repetto Airport and Das Bandeirinhas Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.