Future Developments
In 2005 renovation works started at the airport. Projects include a new passenger terminal located on the opposite side of the runway in relation to the present terminal, a new control tower, and a new runway. The present terminal will be converted into an international cargo terminal. The renovation, budgeted at about BRL 300 million, was paralyzed several times in 2006 and 2007, leaving construction virtually abandoned and delayed by overpricing and diversion of funds. Presently, it is expected to be completed with a 41-month delay by May 2012, although no real work can be seen in the area.
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