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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Brazil",
    "addressLocality": "Joa\u00e7aba"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "General Aviation"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
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  "city": "Joa\u00e7aba",
  "code": "JCB",
  "connection_tips": "Santa Terezinha Airport (JCB) is a vital regional aviation hub situated in the Mid-West region of Santa Catarina, Brazil, serving as the essential gateway to the industrial and agricultural heartland of Joa\u00e7aba. For travelers, a major connection tip is recognizing its status as a high-efficiency link for business professionals; the single terminal building has recently undergone a modernization project, offering updated seating, improved lighting, and streamlined check-in zones. Commercial service is characterized by domestic links typically provided by carriers like Azul Conecta, connecting Joa\u00e7aba to major state hubs. Because these regional schedules can be intermittent and are subject to seasonal demand, it is highly recommended to confirm your flight status 24 hours in advance and build a minimum 2. 5-hour buffer into any onward international connections from Florian\u00f3polis or Porto Alegre.\n\nGround transportation is exceptionally convenient, with the airport located just 2 kilometers from downtown Joa\u00e7aba; authorized taxis are readily available outside arrivals for the 5-minute journey. The airfield features a well-maintained 1,260-meter asphalt runway situated at an elevation of 2,592 feet, capable of handling regional turboprops and small corporate jets. Arriving at the terminal at least 60 to 90 minutes before your departure is sufficient to navigate the manual check-in process.\n\nThe airport also serves as a critical base for public safety missions and emergency medical evacuations in the hilly Santa Catarina interior. Always confirm local airfield hours and fuel availability with the airport manager before arrival. JCB remains a professional and increasingly efficient entry point into one of Brazil\u2019s most productive regional economies.",
  "country": "Brazil",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Arrive 60 minutes before flights since security and boarding run efficiently at this quiet field.",
    "Joacaba lies 4.9 km away; taxis reach the city in about 10 minutes, so keep coins or BRL for fares.",
    "The 1,340 m runway 15/33 suits turboprops and jets; wide-body connections go through Florianopolis.",
    "Airportia gives JCB a 5/5 on-time rating, but verify seasonal charters before travel.",
    "The compact terminal has minimal cafes and shops; pack snacks even though Wi-Fi is free.",
    "Share local emergency numbers (190-198) and pre-call a clinic for vaccinations before departing."
  ],
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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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  "iataCode": "JCB",
  "icao": "SSJA",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-31",
  "latitude": -27.1714000702,
  "layover_planner_info": "Check local transport options for layovers.",
  "longitude": -51.5532989502,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline service desks for assistance.",
  "name": "Santa Terezinha Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "CFC",
      "name": "Ca\u00e7ador Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Santa Terezinha Municipal Airport, identified by the IATA code JCB and ICAO code SSJA, is a vital regional aviation facility serving the city of Joa\u00e7aba and the surrounding Mid-West region of Santa Catarina, Brazil. Since its inauguration in 1949, the airport has been a cornerstone for local infrastructure, facilitating travel for the area's robust agro-industrial and manufacturing sectors. It serves as a key gateway for business professionals, researchers, and government officials visiting this economically significant part of the Brazilian interior.\n\nThe airport's physical infrastructure is centered around a well-maintained asphalt runway that has been subject to periodic upgrades to enhance safety and operational capability. The passenger terminal, though compact, provides a functional and welcoming environment that has recently benefited from modernization efforts by the municipal administration. These improvements include updated seating areas, improved lighting, and streamlined check-in zones, all designed to accommodate the specialized requirements of regional aviation and private executive travel.\n\nWhile regular commercial airline services at Santa Terezinha were suspended in 2013, the facility remains an active hub for general aviation and private charter operations. Facilities on-site provide essential support for these users, including basic passenger services, car rental coordination, and secure parking for both vehicles and aircraft. There are currently significant ongoing negotiations with regional carriers, most notably Azul Conecta, to resume scheduled operations to major state hubs, reflecting the high demand for improved connectivity within Santa Catarina.\n\nBeyond its commercial potential, the airport is a strategic asset for emergency medical evacuations and public safety missions in the hilly terrain of the Mid-West region. It provides a rapid alternative to long road journeys to the state capital, Florian\u00f3polis, making it indispensable for time-sensitive medical transports and administrative logistics. As Joa\u00e7aba continues to solidify its position as a regional center for technology and education, the airport remains a crucial component of the city's long-term development strategy and regional integration efforts.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/SSJA/Santa-Terezinha-Airport"
}