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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Brazil",
    "addressLocality": "Arraias"
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  "airlines": [
    "No scheduled commercial airlines"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Arraias",
  "code": "AAI",
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  "connection_tips": "Connections at Deputado Joaquim d'Abreu Coelho Airport require careful coordination within Brazil's general aviation network, as this uncertified facility in southeastern Tocantins exclusively handles private aircraft and air taxis supporting the region's agricultural economy. Located 15 kilometers from Arraias town center, serving a municipality of 10,534 residents across 5,787 square kilometers of agricultural land, the airport completed its infrastructure in August 2013 but remains uncertified by the Department of Airspace Control as of 2023, limiting operations to visual flight rules during daylight hours. This certification status requires all operators to verify current operational permissions with DECEA before planning any flights to or from the facility.\n\nTransfers to Brazil's commercial aviation network necessitate ground transportation over considerable distances, with Palmas Airport 320 kilometers north via TO-110 highway requiring approximately four hours of driving through rural Tocantins terrain. Bras\u00edlia International Airport, 435 kilometers southwest, offers more extensive domestic and international connections but demands five to six hours of road travel across state boundaries. Alternative regional airports include Aragua\u00edna in northern Tocantins for connections to Bel\u00e9m and S\u00e3o Paulo, though this involves an even longer 600-kilometer journey. Agricultural aviation operators familiar with Brazil's 2,539-strong agricultural aircraft fleet may coordinate fuel stops at certified airstrips in nearby municipalities, as Arraias lacks refueling infrastructure.\n\nWeather patterns significantly impact connection reliability, particularly during the October to March wet season when afternoon thunderstorms frequently develop across Tocantins plateau, potentially closing VFR operations without warning. The airport's role in supporting regional agriculture, particularly soybean and cattle operations characteristic of this cerrado region, means private aircraft movements often coincide with planting and harvest seasons, creating potential congestion despite the lack of scheduled services. Travelers must pre-arrange all ground transportation through local contacts or agricultural cooperatives, as the remote location offers no taxi services, rental cars, or public transit options, with most visitors relying on farm vehicles or pre-booked transfers from Arraias town.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Confirm certification status with Brazil's DECEA before planning any flight.",
    "Arrange ground transport in advance; no on-demand services at the airfield.",
    "Airport serves only private planes and certified air taxi charter services.",
    "No refueling available; ensure sufficient fuel reserves for entire journey.",
    "Bring food, water, and provisions; no shops or restaurants at the terminal.",
    "Airport is 15 km from Arraias town; factor in travel time to your schedule.",
    "For reliable access, fly into Palmas (PMW) or Bras\u00edlia (BSB) and drive from there."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "AAI",
  "icao": "SWRA",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -12.907,
  "layover_planner_info": "Minimal services at field.",
  "longitude": -46.935,
  "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": "Coordinate with your operator.",
  "name": "Deputado Joaquim d'Abreu Coelho Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "PMW",
      "name": "Palmas-Brigadeiro Lysias Rodrigues Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BSB",
      "name": "Bras\u00edlia International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BRA",
      "name": "Barreiras Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MQH",
      "name": "Mina\u00e7u Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "QHN",
      "name": "Taguatinga Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Deputado Joaquim d'Abreu Coelho Airport (AAI), serving the municipality of Arraias in the southeastern region of Tocantins, Brazil, functions primarily as a general aviation airfield with no scheduled commercial airline services. The airport's infrastructure is modern, having been completed in 2013, and the terminal building is small and functional, designed to accommodate the low volume of traffic from private planes, air taxis, and government aircraft. It includes a basic lounge area and parking facilities, providing essential services for those operating private flights into this remote part of the country.\n\nThe layout of the airport is very simple, consisting of a single runway and a small apron for aircraft parking. As there are no commercial flights, the usual passenger processing facilities such as check-in desks, security screening areas, and baggage claim carousels are not present. Operations are managed on a smaller scale, typically coordinated directly between pilots and the local airport administration. The environment is exceptionally quiet, with flight activity being intermittent and generally restricted to daylight hours due to the lack of advanced lighting systems.\n\nDespite its new infrastructure, the airport remains uncertified by the Department of Airspace Control (as of late 2023), which limits its potential for future scheduled routes. For now, it remains a critical piece of local infrastructure, providing a vital connection for business in the region's agricultural sector and for private travel, significantly reducing travel time compared to the long overland journeys from major cities like Palmas or Bras\u00edlia.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arraias_Airport"
}