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Largest Aerospace Hub in the Midwest Attracts Attention from Júnior Friboi and Leaders During Visit to Construction Site in Aparecida de Goiânia

Published on 13/11/2025 at 17:36
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Antares Polo Aeronáutico recebe melhorias, atrai empresários e fortalece expectativa de internacionalização após visita de Júnior Friboi ao projeto
Antares Polo Aeronáutico recebe melhorias, atrai empresários e fortalece expectativa de internacionalização após visita de Júnior Friboi ao projeto
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Meeting in Aparecida de Goiânia Brings Together Entrepreneurs, Mayors, and Authorities to Learn About the Upgrade of Antares Aeronautical Pole, Which Expands Operational Capacity and Attracts Major Investors Like Júnior Friboi

The intention to invest in the Antares Aeronautical Pole gained momentum after a meeting held on Monday, November 10, which brought together entrepreneurs, public managers, and political authorities at the construction site of the project, in Aparecida de Goiânia.

The project recently underwent an upgrade to meet specific demands from the aeronautical sector, which caught the attention of attendees.

Entrepreneurs, Mayors from Greater Goiânia, Public Authorities, and Representatives of Business Entities Visit the Construction of the Antares Aeronautical Pole
Cristiano Borges

Entrepreneurs Praise Project and Show Interest

The entrepreneurial partners of the complex received compliments as well as an expression of interest from the founder of the JBS Group, José Batista Júnior, also known as Júnior Friboi.

He attended the festive breakfast accompanied by other important figures from the business world, such as José Garrote, founder of São Salvador Alimentos.

Mayor Highlights Role of the Productive Sector

Speaking as a host, Mayor Leandro Vilela stated that the productive sector drives economic development.

He emphasized that entrepreneurs often see opportunities with greater scope and reinforced that it is up to the government to facilitate private investments. According to the mayor, this vision aligns with the progress of the Antares construction.

Júnior Friboi Reinforces Importance of Aviation

Among the Guests: Entrepreneur Júnior Friboi (Founder of JBS Group); Entrepreneur and Senator Vanderlan Cardoso; and Founder of São Salvador Alimentos, Zé Garrote
Cristiano Borges

During the meeting, Júnior Friboi highlighted the relevance of aviation for business. He stated that the expansion of JBS was only possible due to investments in the air transport mode.

The entrepreneur recalled that aviation allowed the company to cross borders and connect continents, which directly contributed to the group’s growth.

For him, the internationalization of Antares would elevate Goiás to another level, creating a direct connection with the global market.

Júnior Friboi also criticized the difficulties and bureaucracy faced at Goiânia airport for executive flights, stressing that a new airport would emerge as a strategic opportunity.

The entrepreneur stated that credibility and management sustain the success of any investment. He emphasized the importance of a solid track record of trust in the market and expressed interest in deepening his understanding of the project to assess the possibility of investing.

Finally, Júnior Friboi expressed his interest in investing in the Antares Aeronautical Pole project. “Aviation is essential for the development of business and the project I saw here is very beautiful”. “I would like to learn a little more about the project so that, who knows, we can invest in this venture as well“, stated the entrepreneur.

Marcos Alberto Campos, one of the Entrepreneurial Partners of Antares, Welcomes Entrepreneur Júnior Friboi, Invited to Discuss Improvements to the Future Airport Project in Aparecida de Goiânia
Cristiano Borges

Project Receives Upgrade to Expand Operations

The Superintendent of Safety and Operations of Antares, João Marcos Coelho, presented the changes made to the project.

According to him, the upgrade expands business prospects with a focus on medium- and long-term investments. The adjustments are based on technical studies developed by Infraway, a company specializing in airport infrastructure.

Among the changes is the preparation of the airport to operate aircraft such as Boeing 737-800 and Airbus A320. This transforms Antares into a project with national reach and future possibilities for internationalization.

João Marcos stated that the process follows the PDCA method, which involves planning, doing, checking, and acting, and that the execution phase revealed opportunities for expansion.

Runway Gains Significant Expansion

The runway will now be 2,000 meters long and 30 meters wide, with PCN 49. The project also provides the possibility of extension up to 2,400 meters and 45 meters in width, should demand increase.

João Marcos highlighted that the runway is the main pillar of an airport and explained that the expansion increases operational capacity.

He recalled that the runway was extended from 1,800 to 2,000 meters and that the master plan reserves a safe area for future expansion up to 2,400 meters.

New Operational Areas Strengthen the Enterprise

Another important change is the implementation of a motor check area, intended for quick tests and maintenance. The superintendent explained that this space is essential for an airport with Antares’ profile, which will also offer maintenance services.

The taxiway areas have also been expanded to 40 and 50 meters, ensuring adequate circulation for larger-winged aircraft. According to João Marcos, these internal runways connect aircraft to the hangars and strengthen operational infrastructure.

The forecast is that the runway will be delivered in the second half of 2026. Operations are expected to begin in the first half of 2027, after ANAC approval.

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Fabio Lucas Carvalho

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