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Araguaina Airport (TO), one of the main terminals in the northern region of Tocantins, is part of the first phase of the AmpliAR Program, an initiative by the Ministry of Ports and Airports (MPor) aimed at modernizing and expanding the infrastructure of regional airports across the country. The program aims to reduce inequalities in access to air transport and strengthen regional connectivity, with a special focus on the Legal Amazon and Northeast regions.
Currently in the structuring and technical studies phase, AmpliAR foresees public and private investments estimated at R5 billion, with the goal of modernizing up to 100 airports in different states. The actions include infrastructure works and technical adjustments aimed at improving runways, aprons and passenger terminals, in addition to updating systems and equipment to support air navigation. The program is developed in partnership with Infraero, state governments and the private sector.
The Minister of Ports and Airports, Silvio Costa Filho, highlighted that AmpliAR is a State policy aimed at the internalization of aviation and the resumption of regional connectivity. According to him, ongoing studies will make it possible to identify the main needs of each airport and define priority interventions to increase operational safety and service to the population.
AmpliAR is a public policy that strengthens regional aviation and prepares the country for a more integrated and efficient air network, stated the minister. Araguaina is among the priority airports in this first stage of structuring, which will allow planning the necessary improvements and attracting new investments, he concluded.
The recent reactivation of commercial operations in Araguaina reinforces the strategic potential of the terminal and the programs role in consolidating regional aviation. The airport resumed regular flights on October 23, 2025, with the start of the Gol Linhas Aereas route between Palmas and Araguaina, an operation that has three weekly frequencies and expands the integration of the north of Tocantins into the national air network.
The manager of Palmas Airport, Silvio Nogueira, highlighted that the new route represents a milestone for regional aviation and contributes to strengthening the state economy. According to him, the connection between the two cities facilitates passenger movement and favors the business environment. This route is extremely important for Tocantins, because it connects the capital to its main economic hub, which is the city of Araguaina. This promotes the economy, facilitates population movement and attracts new investments, stated Silvio Nogueira.
The mayor of Araguaina, Wagner Rodrigues, also highlighted the importance of resuming operations. According to him, the modernization of infrastructure represents an important step towards local and regional development. Araguaina airport returns to operating with a modern and safe standard, which will boost the regions growth, highlighted the mayor.
With the inclusion of Araguaina in the AmpliAR Program, the Ministry of Ports and Airports reinforces its commitment to planning new improvements to the terminals infrastructure, in line with the national policy of strengthening regional aviation and internalizing investments in the airline sector.
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