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The municipality of Pinhalzinho, in the West of Santa Catarina, will have a new airport after the Government of Santa Catarina announced, in June 2026, an investment of R$ 14.6 million for the project. As disclosed by the State Department of Infrastructure and Mobility (SIE), the forecast is that the construction will be completed in approximately 12 months after the start of the work.
Furthermore, the project is part of the Santa Catarina government’s strategy to expand regional airport infrastructure and improve the connection between inland municipalities and major urban centers.
Service order was signed
The service order for the start of the works was signed in June 2026 by the Government of Santa Catarina, authorizing the beginning of the project execution.
With this, the responsible company will be able to start executing the planned improvements for the site. The objective is to adapt the structure to receive air operations with more safety and efficiency.
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Additionally, the project aims to expand the service capacity of the region, which has strong economic activity linked to agribusiness, industry, and commerce.
Investment will be R$ 14.6 million
The amount allocated to the project is R$ 14.6 million.
According to the State Department of Infrastructure and Mobility, the resources will be used in interventions that include improvements to the runway, drainage systems, signage, and other necessary structures for the airport’s operation.
In this way, the expectation is to offer better conditions for aircraft operations in the region.
Estimated time frame is one year
According to the schedule presented by the state government, the forecast is that the work will be completed in about 12 months.
However, the deadline may be adjusted if there are climatic factors or technical needs during the execution of the work.
Even so, the authorities expect to deliver the structure within the initially planned period.
Region expects economic strengthening
The new airport is seen as an important tool for regional development.
Furthermore, local leaders believe that the improvement of infrastructure could facilitate the movement of entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals working in Western Santa Catarina.
Consequently, the work could also contribute to attracting new businesses and investment opportunities.
Mobility is expected to gain reinforcement
Currently, many movements in the region depend exclusively on road transport.
With the new airport structure, access to other municipalities and states could become faster in certain operations.
In addition, the expansion of connectivity is pointed out as an important factor for the economic and logistical growth of the region.
Government bets on regional infrastructure
The investment in Pinhalzinho is part of a set of actions aimed at modernizing the infrastructure of Santa Catarina.
In recent years, the state government has expanded investments in highways, airports, and mobility works.
In this way, the administration seeks to strengthen the state’s economic competitiveness and improve integration between different regions.
Work is expected to boost local development
With a million-dollar investment and an estimated completion time of one year, the new Pinhalzinho airport represents one of the main infrastructure works planned for the municipality.
Furthermore, the expectation is that the structure will contribute to regional economic growth, facilitate travel, and expand business opportunities in Western Santa Catarina.
