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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Brazil",
    "addressLocality": "Paulo Afonso"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Various regional carriers"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Paulo Afonso",
  "code": "PAV",
  "connection_tips": "Paulo Afonso Airport (PAV) serves northern Bahia, Brazil. While it is an active regional gateway, it currently handles NO regular scheduled commercial airline flights following its recent concession to the GRU Airport group. It primarily serves private pilots, agribusiness charters, and government missions.\n\nGround transport into the city center (approx. 5km away) is primarily via local taxis called from town or pre-arranged through your hotel. Local city buses pass near the terminal entrance but do not enter the airfield gates. If you are arriving at PAV via private aircraft, ensure you have coordinated your ground transport.\n\nThe facility is modern but handles a low volume of traffic. Arrive 60 minutes early for private departures. The area is a gateway for the spectacular Paulo Afonso waterfalls The airport is also a practical staging point for visits to the Paulo Afonso hydroelectric complex and the river gorge viewpoints, so many travelers treat it as the first leg of a sightseeing loop rather than a standalone transfer. A hotel taxi or pre-arranged driver is the cleanest way to handle the short city hop. The waterfalls and hydroelectric complex are the main reason visitors care about the airport at all. If you are there for the gorge or the dam, a timed road pickup keeps the visit efficient.",
  "country": "Brazil",
  "flag_url": "https://flagcdn.com/w320/br.png",
  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=BRL",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "No scheduled commercial flights; use Petrolina (PNZ) and drive 3 hours.",
    "Pre-arrange a taxi pickup from town; none wait on-site at the rank.",
    "The airport is a gateway for the historic San Francisco River power hub.",
    "Ideal for private pilots exploring the scenic northern Bahia plateau.",
    "Free on-site parking is available for GA travelers."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=PAV+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=BRL",
  "iataCode": "PAV",
  "icao": "SBUF",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": -9.4008798599243,
  "layover_planner_info": "Amenities are limited; plan ahead for meals or entertainment.",
  "longitude": -38.250598907471,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 90,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 75,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact the operating carrier for rebooking assistance.",
  "name": "Paulo Afonso Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "PNZ",
      "name": "Petrolina Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Paulo Afonso Airport (PAV), officially known as Aeroporto de Paulo Afonso, is a regional aviation facility serving the city of Paulo Afonso in the northern state of Bahia, Brazil. The airport operates from a single, compact passenger terminal designed for high efficiency and ease of navigation. It acts as a vital infrastructure link for the region's economy, specifically supporting the operations of the CHESF hydroelectric power plant and local agribusiness.\n\nThe terminal infrastructure provides essential amenities for travelers, including a small caf\u00e9 in the public area offering light snacks, sandwiches, and beverages. Passengers have access to free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the building, and the waiting lounge is equipped with modern seating featuring integrated power outlets and USB charging ports. The facility is fully accessible, with a single-level layout that ensures short walking distances between check-in and the boarding gates.\n\nOperationally, the airport is managed by GRU Airport and primarily serves domestic regional flights connecting the city to major hubs like Recife and Salvador. The airfield features a 5,906-foot (1,800m) asphalt runway and provides basic administrative and ground handling services for private and charter aviation. Ground transportation to downtown Paulo Afonso, located approximately 4 miles (6 km) away, is well-supported by local taxi services and ride-sharing apps.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.worlddata.info/america/brazil/airports.php"
}