Teniente Av. Jorge Henrich Arauz Airport (TDD)
🇧🇴 Trinidad, Bolivia
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Teniente Jorge Henrich Arauz Airport (TDD/SLTR) serves as Trinidad's primary aviation gateway to Bolivia's Amazon basin region in Beni Department. Named after Lieutenant Jorge Henrich Arauz, a national hero pilot honored by law in 1948, the airport underwent major renovation in 2022 through NAABOL with $20 million in improvements announced by President Áñez in 2019. These upgrades modernized the terminal building and constructed new fire rescue and firefighting services to international standards.
The renovated terminal building provides contemporary passenger facilities with expanded boarding areas, modern check-in counters, and improved baggage handling systems. Recent infrastructure improvements support the airport's role as the main hub for Amaszonas and Aerocon airlines, facilitating connections throughout Bolivia's challenging Amazon geography. Enhanced safety equipment and emergency services reflect the facility's critical importance for medical evacuations from remote Beni Department communities.
Operational characteristics focus on scheduled domestic services connecting Trinidad to La Paz, Santa Cruz, and other Bolivian cities, while also supporting charter operations for cattle ranching logistics and ecotourism access to pristine wetland ecosystems. The Trinidad VOR-DME (TRI) navigation aid, located 1.7 nautical miles northwest, and the on-field Trinidad NDB (TDD) provide essential navigation support for flights operating in the Amazon's frequently challenging weather conditions.
Strategic importance encompasses serving as the primary gateway to the UNESCO-recognized Llanos de Moxos wetlands and supporting Bolivia's largest cattle ranching region. The airport facilitates tourism access to pristine rivers and forests while providing essential connectivity for medical services, government operations, and economic development in this remote but economically vital Amazon region.
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Check with airlines for transfer procedures at Teniente Av. The facility coordinates with La Paz Flight Information Region for traffic control, as most flights connect through Santa Cruz or La Paz. Seasonal weather patterns including heavy rains and occasional flooding significantly impact flight operations, requiring travelers to maintain flexible schedules and consider weather-related delays. The facility maintains flexible scheduling to accommodate afternoon thunderstorms that are common in this tropical region, particularly during the wet season (November-April). Keep Bolivian bolivianos available as USD exchange may be limited.
Ground transportation options include taxis, mototaxis, and rental vehicles for travel to downtown Trinidad, though advance booking is recommended during peak periods. Consider bringing insect repellent and sun protection as you'll likely be outdoors while waiting. Local aviation services support cattle ranching logistics, ecotourism operations to the nearby protected areas, and charter flights for fishermen and hunters visiting the region's pristine rivers and forests. The airport's strategic location serves as the primary gateway to the Llanos de Moxos, a vast wetland ecosystem and cattle ranching region of Bolivia.
Emergency services and medical evacuation capabilities are maintained year-round, providing critical coverage for the isolated communities throughout Beni department. Jorge Henrich Arauz Airport, serving Bolivia's Beni department capital in the Amazon lowlands. Baggage handling procedures accommodate specialized equipment for ecotourism activities, but passengers should verify weight restrictions for smaller aircraft. Weather monitoring systems provide essential data for safe flight operations in challenging tropical conditions with rapidly changing weather patterns.
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Pro Traveler Secrets
• Afternoon storms are common in the Bolivian lowlands.
• Check weather and allow extra buffer for connections.
• Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.
• Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.
• Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport.
Quick Facts
Minimum domestic connection:
60 minutes
International connections:
90 minutes
Interline transfers:
120 minutes
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Last updated: July 2026 | Data Source: IATA and other airline sites and resources