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    "addressCountry": "Portugal",
    "addressLocality": "Viseu"
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  "city": "Viseu",
  "code": "VSE",
  "connection_tips": "Aer\u00f3dromo Gon\u00e7alves Lobato serves as one of Portugal's most important general aviation facilities, handling aircraft up to 5,700 kg maximum takeoff weight with its single runway 19/36 at 2,060 feet elevation. Business aviation users appreciate the professional service standards and efficient handling procedures typical of Portuguese regional airports. Ground transportation requires advance planning as public transport options are limited; rental cars offer the best flexibility for exploring central Portugal's scenic region. Emergency medical services maintain readiness for passenger and crew medical situations, coordinating with local healthcare facilities when necessary. The airport's strategic location provides excellent access to Viseu's cultural attractions and the broader D\u00e3o wine region.\n\nWhile no scheduled commercial services operate, Sevenair (Aero Vip) provides charter connections within Portugal's domestic network. Ground handling services coordinate aircraft operations, passenger processing, and baggage management according to international aviation standards. Pilots should coordinate with the facility regarding operating hours and ground services availability, especially for weekend arrivals. Weekend operations are particularly busy with general aviation movements and recreational flying activities. Weather conditions and seasonal variations affect flight operations, requiring passengers to check current flight status and weather forecasts before travel.\n\nWeather in the Beira region can affect operations, particularly during winter months when visibility may be reduced. Located in the historic city of Viseu, the airfield operates primarily for private flights, charter services, and training activities through its active Air Club. The facility operates under standard aviation regulations with appropriate safety equipment and emergency procedures in place. The facility maintains full certification for general aviation operations and provides essential infrastructure including fuel services and aircraft maintenance capabilities. Security protocols follow national aviation security requirements, with screening procedures and restricted area access controls implemented according to regulatory standards.",
  "country": "Portugal",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Served by No scheduled commercial airlines at this airport.",
    "Ground transport: Pre-arrange ground transportation at this airport.",
    "Check flight status before heading to airport at this airport.",
    "Keep documents easily accessible at this airport.",
    "Weather delays possible; check forecasts at this airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak periods at this airport.",
    "Download airline app for updates at this airport.",
    "Charge devices before your flight at this airport.",
    "Bring snacks for potential delays at this airport."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "VSE",
  "icao": "LPVZ",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 40.725498,
  "layover_planner_info": "Check local transport for layover options.",
  "longitude": -7.88899,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 110,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your airline for assistance.",
  "name": "Aer\u00f3dromo Gon\u00e7alves Lobato (Viseu Airport)",
  "region": "Europe",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "CBP",
      "name": "Aer\u00f3dromo Municipal de Coimbra"
    },
    {
      "code": "VRL",
      "name": "Vila Real Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Aer\u00f3dromo Gon\u00e7alves Lobato (Viseu Airport) (VSE/LPVZ) operates as central Portugal's premier general aviation gateway serving the historic city of Viseu and the prestigious D\u00e3o wine region, where centuries-old vineyards produce some of Portugal's finest wines amid rolling hills and granite terroir. Located at 2,060 feet elevation with a single runway (19/36), the facility primarily accommodates general and executive aviation supporting visitors exploring Viseu's remarkable collection of Renaissance and Baroque architecture, including the stunning S\u00e9 Cathedral and Gr\u00e3o Vasco Museum showcasing Portugal's artistic heritage.\n\nBasic terminal facilities serve the active Air Club and private aircraft operators accessing central Portugal's cultural and viticultural treasures, with landing fees approximately \u20ac12.50 per ton supporting infrastructure maintenance for aircraft up to 5,700 kg maximum takeoff weight. The airport provides essential general aviation services including fuel, basic maintenance capabilities, and ground handling coordination for charter operators like Sevenair connecting to Portugal's domestic network, while weekend operations see increased recreational flying and training activities typical of active aviation communities.\n\nOperational characteristics emphasize supporting tourism and business aviation where visitors efficiently access the D\u00e3o appellation's quintas producing elegant reds and crisp whites, plus Viseu's position as the Centro Region's economic hub requiring executive aviation connectivity for manufacturing, textiles, and agricultural enterprises. Weather conditions typical of inland Portugal occasionally impact operations during winter months when visibility may be reduced, requiring pilots to coordinate operating hours and ground services availability, particularly for weekend arrivals requiring advance planning.\n\nStrategic importance extends beyond aviation to positioning Viseu as the gateway to central Portugal's wine tourism renaissance, where the airport enables efficient access for international buyers, sommeliers, and oenophiles seeking authentic Portuguese wine experiences in historic quintas dating to medieval times. The facility demonstrates the vital role of general aviation in supporting specialized tourism markets, connecting global wine enthusiasts to Portugal's emerging wine regions while maintaining essential emergency medical evacuation capabilities and business aviation services supporting regional economic development in this culturally rich and viticulturally significant region.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.worlddata.info/europe/portugal/airports.php"
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