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The interior of São Paulo is preparing for the arrival of a new international airport. The project is part of the largest regional aviation plan in Brazil, which promises to transform tourism and logistics in the country, generating jobs and connecting new regions.
A new era for aviation in Brazil is about to begin, and it has everything to do with the interior of São Paulo.
In the heart of the state, a city that is already famous for its hot springs is now preparing for an even bigger leap.
The promise of a new international airport in Olímpia is about to come true, bringing not only improvements in connectivity and logistics, but also a direct impact on tourism and the regional economy.
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The Norte Paulista International Airport, as it will be known, is part of an ambitious aviation plan announced by the federal government.
This project is no small feat: more than 130 airports across Brazil are set to be renovated or built, with the goal of strengthening regional aviation and improving access to strategic areas.
Olímpia is one of the key points of this transformation, and the impact could be huge, especially in tourism and agribusiness.
Achievements and promises: Olympia's role in the project
The city of Olímpia does not hide its pride in being one of those chosen to house a new international airport.
Mayor Fernando Cunha celebrated on his social media, highlighting what he called a “historic achievement”.
In his words, “This is a historic achievement and a source of pride for our city. A legacy that we will leave in our administration to change the future of Olímpia.”
This enthusiasm is understandable, as the project is expected to have a profound impact on local economic development, attracting more tourists and expanding business opportunities.
The new airport project is budgeted at more than R$140 million, and its construction is considered strategic for the development of regional aviation.
As highlighted by the Minister of Ports and Airports, Silvio Costa Filho, in an interview with CNN, Olímpia airport is just one of the units included in the development plan.
“Infraero is bidding for 20 new airports. One example is the Olímpia airport, which is a project costing over R$140 million and is very important for regional tourism in Olímpia. This airport is strategic.”
Regional aviation in focus: how the plan impacts Brazil
The aviation development plan, which encompasses 130 units, aims not only to serve tourism, but also to boost agribusiness and improve access to public health.
This project promises to create a significant impact on the country's internal connectivity., facilitating access to regions that previously had complicated logistics.
For Minister Silvio Costa Filho, the objective is clear: to strengthen regional aviation and ensure that important areas such as Olímpia and other regions can develop.
By the end of this year, the expectation is that around 30 airports will be delivered already renovated or built.
According to the minister, this target mainly includes smaller terminals, which are part of concessions to the private sector.
“By December, we will deliver around 30 renovated airports in Brazil. This is a priority for us until the end of this year,” said Costa Filho.
The focus is on efficiency and improving regional air transport, something that will directly impact tourism and business in various parts of the country.
Concessions and the future of aviation: what’s next?
One of the pillars of this plan involves airport concessions that include not only new airports, but also the modernization of large existing terminals.
An example of this is Guarulhos Airport, whose current concession expires in 2032.
As highlighted by the minister, the objective is to test a new concession model that allows the inclusion of up to 80 regional airports in contracts with the current concessionaires.
This approach aims to increase efficiency in administration and ensure that more regions of the country benefit from improvements in airport infrastructure.
In the case of Olímpia, the forecast is that the airport will be among the 20 new terminals whose bidding will be conducted by Infraero in the coming months.
Construction of the airport could take up to five years to complete, according to government estimates.
The plan includes deadlines of up to 48 months for the completion of some works, but the overall goal is for the complete regional aviation project to be delivered by 2029.
Local impact: what the airport means for Olímpia
The new North Paulista International Airport is seen as a watershed for Olímpia.
In addition to generating 5 thousand direct and indirect jobs during its construction, the expectation is that it will also boost the flow of tourists to the city, known for its thermal waters and resorts.
With the increase in air connectivity, Olímpia will be able to further consolidate itself as one of the main hubs tourist attractions in the interior Sao Paulo.
For the local economy, the impact goes far beyond tourism.
Agribusiness will also be one of the main beneficiaries, since the airport will allow products to be transported more quickly to other regions of the country and even abroad.
Public health, another sector highlighted by the minister, could also benefit from increased air connectivity, facilitating the movement of professionals and patients.
What is the future of aviation in Brazil?
With the construction and renovation of more than 130 airports, Brazil is preparing for a true revolution in regional aviation.
The new Olímpia International Airport is just one piece of this puzzle, but a fundamental piece for the development of the interior of São Paulo.
The question remains: is Brazil ready for this leap in airport infrastructure? How will the country deal with the challenges of implementing a project of this magnitude in the coming years?
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