Aripuanã Airport (AIR)

Aripuanã Airport (AIR), officially known as the Municipal Airport Amauri Furquim, is a vital regional aviation hub located in the northern reaches of Mato Grosso, Brazil. Serving the municipality of Aripuanã and the surrounding Amazonian interior, the airport has recently undergone a major transformation thanks to a significant investment of over R$13 million from Nexa Resources. This modernization project included the construction of a brand-new passenger and cargo terminal, providing a professional and efficient gateway for a region that is a major center for polymetallic mining and regional logistics. The new terminal building is designed for practical comfort and efficient passenger flow, featuring integrated areas for check-in, security screening, and a modern waiting hall. While the facility maintains a compact footprint, it offers improved restrooms and basic commercial areas that cater to the daily influx of business and leisure travelers. For refreshments, a small kiosk provides a selection of beverages and light snacks, ensuring that passengers have access to essential provisions before their flights. The layout is intentionally simple, with ground-level access from the terminal to the aircraft parking apron, which is perfectly suited for the regional turboprop operations that define the airport's schedule. Operational activity at Aripuanã is anchored by Azul Conecta, which provides essential scheduled services to the state capital, Cuiabá (CGB), using modern Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft. The airport also serves as a critical base for private charters and air taxi services that support the nearby Nexa Resources mine and local agricultural initiatives. The terminal area offers arriving passengers an immediate introduction to the dynamic frontier economy of Mato Grosso, where the development of high-quality aviation infrastructure is driving regional growth. For visitors, the airport represents a professional and reliable entry point to one of Brazil's most resource-rich and ecologically significant northern provinces.