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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Brazil",
    "addressLocality": "Arapoti"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "No scheduled commercial airlines"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Arapoti",
  "code": "AAG",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting at Avelino Vieira Airport requires understanding its role as a general aviation facility serving Arapoti's major industrial operations, particularly the BO Paper (formerly International Paper) complex with its 150,000 tons annual paper production capacity and nearby timber operations processing 220,000 cubic meters from surrounding pine plantations. The airport, operated by the Municipality of Arapoti under Aeroportos do Paran\u00e1 supervision, exclusively handles private aircraft, air taxis, and business aviation supporting the region's industrial executives and technicians, with no scheduled commercial services available. Located just 6 kilometers northeast of downtown Arapoti, the facility's single runway 05/23 operates under visual flight rules during daylight hours only, lacking the lighting systems necessary for night operations.\n\nTransfers to Brazil's commercial aviation network require careful coordination, with Afonso Pena International Airport in Curitiba approximately 240 kilometers southeast via BR-376 and PR-092, typically requiring a three-hour drive through mountainous terrain. Alternative connections include Londrina Airport 180 kilometers north or Ponta Grossa Airport 120 kilometers south, though neither offers the extensive domestic and international connections available at Curitiba. Ground transportation must be pre-arranged through local operators or industrial contacts, as the airstrip lacks rental car agencies, taxis, or public transit connections, with most visitors coordinating transfers through their host companies or utilizing vehicles from the paper mill's logistics fleet.\n\nWeather conditions in this humid subtropical climate zone can significantly impact connection planning, particularly during the October to March rainy season when afternoon thunderstorms frequently develop over the Paran\u00e1 highlands, potentially closing the VFR-only airfield with minimal notice. Business aviation operators familiar with the region typically schedule morning arrivals to avoid afternoon weather buildups and coordinate fuel stops at larger airports, as Avelino Vieira lacks on-site refueling infrastructure. Industrial visitors should maintain flexible itineraries and backup commercial flight options from Curitiba, as the combination of weather limitations, daylight-only operations, and the absence of instrument approach procedures can result in unexpected diversions or cancellations affecting onward travel connections.",
  "country": "Brazil",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Confirm operational status with Arapoti municipality; may have restricted hours.",
    "Bring sufficient fuel; Avelino Vieira Airport has no on-site refueling services.",
    "Fly only during daylight; airport lacks lighting for safe night operations.",
    "Pre-book ground transport from Arapoti; no taxis or rental cars at the airstrip.",
    "Bring food and water; no dining facilities or vending machines at the airport.",
    "Consider satellite phone backup; mobile reception intermittent in remote Paran\u00e1.",
    "Coordinate arrival with local contacts; airfield is often unstaffed for pickups."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Avelino%20Vieira%20Airport%20Arapoti",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=BRL",
  "iataCode": "AAG",
  "icao": "SSYA",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -24.1039,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities. Check local area for accommodation and services during extended layovers.",
  "longitude": -49.8286,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline representatives. Limited rebooking options may be available.",
  "name": "Avelino Vieira Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "CWB",
      "name": "Curitiba Afonso Pena International"
    },
    {
      "code": "PGZ",
      "name": "Ponta Grossa Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "LDB",
      "name": "Londrina Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "TEC",
      "name": "Tel\u00eamaco Borba Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Avelino Vieira Airport (AAG) is a small civil airstrip located in the municipality of Arapoti, in the state of Paran\u00e1, Brazil. The facility primarily serves the regional agricultural and industrial needs of the area, providing a landing site for private aircraft, air taxis, and occasional government flights. There is no formal passenger terminal building with typical commercial amenities; instead, the airport features a simple administrative structure and hangars that support local general aviation operations. The layout is rudimentary, consisting of a single runway and a basic apron area for aircraft parking.\n\nBecause the airport does not host scheduled commercial services, it lacks standard passenger infrastructure such as check-in counters, security checkpoints, and baggage carousels. Travelers using this facility are typically doing so via private charter or personal aircraft and coordinate directly with the airport management or local services. The environment is extremely quiet, with activity usually limited to daylight hours and pre-coordinated operations. The proximity of the airport to the city center\u2014just 6 kilometers away\u2014makes it a convenient point of entry for business visitors to Arapoti\u2019s industrial sector.\n\nFacilities at AAG are exceptionally limited, with no dedicated lounges, cafes, or shops available to the public. There are no on-site fuel services or night lighting, which restricts flight operations to visual flight rules (VFR) during the day. Passengers should arrive fully prepared with any necessary provisions, as there is no infrastructure for food, water, or telecommunications for transient travelers at the airstrip itself. This is a purely functional facility designed to support the logistical needs of one of Paran\u00e1's key agricultural regions.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avelino_Vieira_Airport"
}