Governador José Richa Airport (LDB)

Governador José Richa Airport (LDB) operates through a modern terminal building serving Londrina in Paraná state, Brazil, featuring a 2,100-meter runway and processing over 1 million passengers annually with approximately 10,000 aircraft movements as of 2019 statistics. The current terminal opened originally in 1958 with a design by architect Remo Veronesi, then underwent extensive renovation and enlargement in 2000 to accommodate growing passenger traffic and modern aviation requirements. Previously operated by Infraero, the airport transitioned to CCR management under a 30-year concession beginning April 7, 2021, with the operator rebranded as Motiva effective April 26, 2025, reflecting ongoing improvements to service quality and infrastructure. Commercial aviation services at SBLO include three major Brazilian carriers - Gol, LATAM, and Azul Airlines - providing domestic flights primarily connecting Londrina to São Paulo, Curitiba, and other cities throughout southern Brazil. The terminal's design accommodates both commercial passenger operations and significant general aviation activity, including executive aircraft movements and aviation training operations that contribute to the airport's diverse operational profile. Passenger facilities emphasize efficiency and comfort appropriate for the airport's role as a key regional transportation hub serving northern Paraná state and connecting passengers to Brazil's major metropolitan areas. Governador José Richa Airport serves as an essential transportation link for Londrina, Brazil's fourth-largest metropolitan area, supporting both business and leisure travel for this important agricultural and industrial region. The airport's strategic location in Paraná state provides crucial connectivity for the region's agribusiness sector, manufacturing industries, and educational institutions including the renowned State University of Londrina. Ground transportation from the terminal connects travelers to Londrina city center and the broader northern Paraná region, while the facility's modern infrastructure and multiple airline options ensure reliable air connectivity for this significant Brazilian regional hub.