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+ Macaé Airport (SBME), managed by Zurich Airport Brasil, is a vital strategic hub for the oil and gas industry in the Campos Basin. It handles one of the highest volumes of rotary-wing (helicopter) operations in the country, alongside commercial passenger flights.
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+ Because offshore twin-engine helicopters and regional aircraft continuously operate at low altitudes over the coastline and urban fringes during takeoff, landing, and holding patterns, uncoordinated drone activity poses an immediate threat to life and property. Spontaneous or recreational drone flights within the airfield perimeter, coastal transit corridors, or active approach funnels are completely banned under federal law (Brazilian Penal Code, Art. 261).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA, ANAC, and Zurich Airport Brasil.
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+ Primary Framework: ICA 100-40 (DECEA) and Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code.
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Operational safety grids and real-time airspace boundaries are managed via SARPAS NG and Aisweb.

+ Ilhéus Airport (SBIL), managed by CCR Aeroportos, is a major tourism gateway on the coast of Bahia. The runway is geographically constrained, bordered directly by the Atlantic Ocean on one side and dense urban residential neighborhoods on the other. Because commercial jets descend at very low altitudes directly over the beaches and urban streets during their final landing approaches, uncoordinated drone activity poses an immediate threat. Spontaneous or recreational drone flights within the airfield perimeter or its active approach funnels are completely banned under federal law (Brazilian Penal Code, Art. 261).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA, ANAC, and CCR Aeroportos.
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+ Primary Framework: ICA 100-40 (DECEA) and Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code.
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Operational safety grids and airspace boundaries are managed via SARPAS NG and Aisweb.

+ Petrolina International Airport (SBPL), managed by CCR Aeroportos, is a vital logistical hub in Pernambuco, handling both domestic passenger routes and intensive international cargo flights for fruit exports. Because heavy aircraft operate at low altitudes over the surrounding agricultural zones and urban fringes during takeoff and landing, uncoordinated drone activity poses a severe hazard. Spontaneous or recreational drone flights within the airfield perimeter or its active approach corridors are completely banned under federal law (Brazilian Penal Code, Art. 261).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA, ANAC, and CCR Aeroportos.
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+ Primary Framework: ICA 100-40 (DECEA) and Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code.
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Operational restrictions and active safety grids are managed via SARPAS NG and Aisweb.

+ Campina Grande Airport (SBKG), managed by Aena Brasil, is a vital regional hub in Paraíba. Because the airport is integrated into the city's urban layout, commercial aircraft fly at very low altitudes over residential neighborhoods and highways during their takeoff and landing phases. Spontaneous or recreational drone flights within the airfield perimeter or its active approach corridors are completely banned under federal law (Brazilian Penal Code, Art. 261).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA, ANAC, and Aena Brasil.
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+ Primary Framework: ICA 100-40 (DECEA) and Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code.
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Operational safety grids and airspace boundaries are managed via SARPAS NG and Aisweb.

+ Araguaína Airport (SWGN) is a key regional hub in northern Tocantins, handling regular commercial flights and intensive general aviation. Because the airfield connects directly to the urban grid, aircraft fly at very low altitudes over local neighborhoods during takeoff and landing. Spontaneous or recreational drone flights within the airport perimeter or its active approach funnels are completely banned under federal law (Brazilian Penal Code, Art. 261).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA and ANAC.
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+ Primary Framework: ICA 100-40 (DECEA) and Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code.
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Operational restrictions and safety grids are managed via SARPAS NG and Aisweb.

+ Imperatriz Airport (SBIZ), managed by CCR Aeroportos, is a major regional hub in Maranhão. Because the airport is located within the urban perimeter, commercial aircraft fly at very low altitudes directly over residential areas during takeoff and landing. Spontaneous or recreational drone flights within the airfield perimeter or its active approach corridors are completely banned under federal law (Brazilian Penal Code, Art. 261).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA, ANAC, and CCR Aeroportos.
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+ Primary Framework: ICA 100-40 (DECEA) and Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code.
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Airspace boundaries and restrictions are managed via SARPAS NG and Aisweb.

+ Pelotas International Airport (SBPK), managed by CCR Aeroportos, handles regular commercial jet routes and essential regional traffic in Rio Grande do Sul. Because the runway sits close to urban areas, descending aircraft fly at very low altitudes over local neighborhoods and highways. Spontaneous or recreational drone flights within the airport perimeter or its active approach corridors are completely banned under federal law (Brazilian Penal Code, Art. 261).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA, ANAC, and CCR Aeroportos.
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+ Primary Framework: ICA 100-40 (DECEA) and Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code.
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Access constraints and safety grids are managed via SARPAS NG and Aisweb.

+ Uberaba Airport – Mário de Almeida Franco (SBUR), managed by Aena Brasil, serves as a crucial aviation facility for the Triângulo Mineiro region in Minas Gerais. The airport sustains regular commercial flights connecting Uberaba directly to major national hubs like Belo Horizonte and São Paulo, alongside frequent executive charters and regional agricultural aviation.
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+ Because the airfield layout sits directly adjacent to major urban neighborhoods and avenues (such as Avenida Nenê Sabino), aircraft operate at very low altitudes over densely populated sectors during their final landing approaches and initial takeoff climbs. The proximity to residential and commercial traffic leaves zero margin for airspace interference. Consequently, spontaneous, recreational, or uncoordinated civilian drone operations are completely banned inside the airport's security perimeter and its active approach funnels. Violating this airspace is a federal crime under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code (exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control), ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency), and Aena Brasil.
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction grids, safety thresholds, and mandatory geofencing zones are managed via DECEA's official SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals..

+ Cruzeiro do Sul International Airport (SBCZ), managed by VINCI Airports, is the westernmost commercial airport in Brazil and a lifeline for the state of Acre. It plays a crucial logistical, humanitarian, and strategic role, handling domestic commercial flights, military operations, and a high volume of regional air taxis that connect isolated communities across the Amazon rainforest.
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+ Because the airport serves as a primary hub for emergency medical evacuations and regional supply lines, aircraft frequently operate at low altitudes during landing and takeoff phases. Given the dense jungle surroundings and the critical nature of these flight paths, uncoordinated drone operations create an immediate safety hazard. There is zero tolerance for unapproved drone flights inside the airfield perimeter, traffic patterns, or approach funnels. Flying a drone here without formal clearance is a federal breach of safety and carries severe criminal penalties under the Brazilian Penal Code (Article 261 - exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control), ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency), and VINCI Airports.
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction overlays, active safety grids, and mandatory geofencing zones are managed via DECEA's official SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ Passo Fundo Airport – Lauro Kortz (SBPF) is a highly active regional aviation hub located in northern Rio Grande do Sul. Following recent infrastructure modernizations, the airport accommodates regular commercial jet flights connecting the region directly to major national hubs like São Paulo, alongside a significant volume of executive charters, medical flights, and agricultural aviation.
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+ Because the airport operates regular instrument-guided flights, passenger jets and turboprops descend and climb at low altitudes over surrounding rural areas, highways, and urban fringes during landing and takeoff phases. Uncoordinated drone operations within these corridors create a severe hazard for commercial flight paths. Consequently, spontaneous, recreational, or unapproved drone flights are completely banned inside the airport's security perimeter and active traffic circuits. Violating this airspace is a federal crime under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code (exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control), ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency), and the Rio Grande do Sul State Secretariat of Logistics and Transport.
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction overlays, active safety grids, and mandatory geofencing zones are managed via DECEA's official SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ Santarém International Airport – Maestro Wilson Fonseca (SBSN), managed by Aena Brasil, is the main aviation hub for western Pará and a critical logistical gateway to the Amazon region. It handles a steady flow of commercial passenger jets connecting to major national capitals, alongside vital regional air taxis, medical evacuation flights, and tourism charters heading to Alter do Chão.
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+ Because the runway handles instrument approaches that bring commercial aircraft down at very low altitudes over the surrounding neighborhoods, highways, and the nearby Tapajós and Amazon river transit points, any uncoordinated drone activity creates an immediate and catastrophic risk. There is zero tolerance for unapproved drone flights inside the airport's security perimeter, traffic patterns, or active approach funnels. Flying a drone here without formal clearance is a federal breach of safety and carries severe criminal penalties under the Brazilian Penal Code (Article 261 - exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control), ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency), and Aena Brasil.
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction overlays, active safety grids, and mandatory geofencing zones are managed via DECEA's official SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ Ji-Paraná Airport – José Coleto (SBJI) is a key regional hub located in the central part of the state of Rondônia. It plays a critical logistical and economic role in connecting the interior of the state to major national hubs, accommodating commercial flights from major airlines as well as private executive and agricultural aviation.
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+ Because the airport operates under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and serves larger commercial turboprops and jets, aircraft fly at low altitudes along their final landing approaches and initial takeoff climbs. The presence of unauthorized drones anywhere near these flight paths or within the airfield perimeter poses a severe hazard to passenger and crew safety. Consequently, spontaneous, recreational, or uncoordinated civilian drone operations are completely banned within the airport's grid and its active approach funnels. Violating this airspace is a federal crime under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code (exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control) and ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency).
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction grids, safety thresholds, and mandatory geofencing zones are managed via DECEA's official SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ Montes Claros Airport – Mário Ribeiro (SBMK), managed by Aena Brasil, is the main aviation hub serving the northern region of Minas Gerais. The airport accommodates scheduled commercial flights connecting the region to major national hubs like Belo Horizonte, alongside a steady flow of rotary-wing aircraft, executive charters, and local pilot training schools.
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+ Because the facility is closely integrated into the urban layout of Montes Claros, commercial turboprops and jets operate at very low altitudes over populated residential areas, highways, and industrial sectors during their final landing approaches and initial departures. The active presence of student pilots performing low-altitude flight maneuvers further elevates the collision risk. Consequently, spontaneous, recreational, or uncoordinated civilian drone operations are completely banned inside the airfield's grid and its active traffic circuits. Violating this airspace is a federal crime under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code (exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control), ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency), and Aena Brasil.
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction overlays, active safety grids, and mandatory geofencing zones are managed via DECEA's official SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ Maringá Regional Airport – Sílvio Name Júnior (SBMG), operated by Terminais Aéreos de Maringá, is a vital economic and logistical hub in northern Paraná. In addition to handling a high volume of daily domestic passenger flights from major commercial airlines, the airport is certified for international cargo transport and features highly modernized air traffic control infrastructure.
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+ Because passenger jets and heavy logistics aircraft operate at low altitudes during their takeoff and landing phases over the western outskirts of Maringá, uncoordinated drone activity poses an immediate threat to aviation safety. There is zero tolerance for unapproved flights inside the airport's grid or its active approach funnels. Flying a drone in this restricted perimeter without authorization is a federal security breach and carries severe criminal penalties under the Brazilian Penal Code (Article 261 - exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control), ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency), and SBMG S/A.
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction overlays, active safety grids, and mandatory geofencing zones are managed via DECEA's official SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ Aracati Regional Airport – Dragão do Mar (SBAC) serves as the primary aviation gateway to the famous tourist destination of Canoa Quebrada and the wider eastern coast of Ceará. The airport receives regular commercial flights, private tourism charters, and regional executive aircraft bringing visitors to the region.
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+ Because the runway is positioned directly along the transit corridors connecting the coastline to the interior, aircraft frequently operate at low altitudes over the surrounding dunes, highways, and tourist infrastructure during takeoff and landing phases. Spontaneous, recreational, or uncoordinated drone operations within the airport's security perimeter or its active approach funnels are completely banned. Violating this airspace creates severe safety risks for commercial aviation and carries strict legal penalties under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code (exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control) and ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency).
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction grids, temporary flight bans, and formal airspace authorizations are hosted directly on DECEA's official SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ The Aero Club of Sorocaba is integrated directly into the Sorocaba International Airport (SDCO) complex. Sorocaba is widely recognized as one of the premier executive aviation and maintenance hubs in South America, generating a high volume of corporate turboprops and private business jets. Concurrently, the Aero Club serves as an active civil aviation flight training facility.
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+ Because of this specific operational blend, the airspace experiences an immense amount of low-altitude, high-frequency activity. Student pilots frequently perform flight training patterns, emergency maneuvers, and touch-and-go landings, sharing traffic circuits with larger executive aircraft. To protect both student aviators and corporate flight tracks, spontaneous drone flights are completely restricted. Any drone operation within this terminal zone requires a logged flight plan, strict adherence to low-altitude grids, and real-time coordination to ensure manned aircraft always maintain absolute right-of-way.
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control), ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency), and Rede VOA (Airport Infrastructure Administrator).
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Unmanned Aircraft Systems Rules) and ANAC Operational Regulation RBAC-E No. 94.
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time safety boundaries, maximum altitude grids, and official airspace approval requests are managed exclusively via DECEA's SARPAS NG platform.

+ Cuiabá International Airport – Marechal Rondon (SBCY), managed by Centro-Oeste Airports (COA), is located along Avenida João Ponce de Arruda in the neighboring city of Várzea Grande, serving as the main aviation gateway for the entire state of Mato Grosso and the Pantanal region. It is a highly active facility handling international logistics, regional traffic, and heavy domestic commercial jet routes.
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+ Because the airport is entirely embedded within the dense urban sprawl of Várzea Grande and sits just minutes from downtown Cuiabá, commercial aircraft fly at extremely low altitudes directly over highly populated residential neighborhoods, commercial centers, and major avenues during their final approach and takeoff trajectories. This creates an immediate hazard, leaving zero tolerance for uncoordinated drone activity. Spontaneous, recreational, or standard commercial drone flights are completely banned within the airfield perimeter and its active approach funnels. Violating this airspace is a federal offense under the Brazilian Penal Code (Article 261 - exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control), ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency), and COA (Centro-Oeste Airports).
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction overlays, active airport exclusion grids, and mandatory geofencing parameters are hosted directly on DECEA's official SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ Juazeiro do Norte Airport – Orlando Bezerra de Menezes (SBJU), managed by Aena Brasil, is located directly along Avenida Governador Virgílio Távora in the Aeroporto district. It serves as a vital economic and tourism gateway for the heavily populated Cariri metropolitan area, handling regular commercial flights from major airlines connecting the interior of Ceará to major national hubs like São Paulo, Recife, and Fortaleza.
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+ Because the airport infrastructure sits immediately adjacent to expanding urban neighborhoods, commercial aircraft operate at very low altitudes over residential sectors and local avenues during their takeoff and landing phases. Due to the high density of passenger traffic and the lack of obstacle clearance buffers in urban settings, uncoordinated drone operations create a direct hazard. Spontaneous, recreational, or standard commercial drone flights are completely banned inside the airport's grid and its active approach funnels. Violating this airspace is a federal crime under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code (exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control), ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency), and Aena Brasil.
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction overlays, active safety grids, and mandatory geofencing zones are managed via DECEA's official SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ The São José do Rio Preto State Airport (SBSR), managed by the private concessionaire ASP (Aeroportos Paulistas), is situated right inside the urban perimeter along Avenida dos Estudantes (Vila Aeroporto). It stands out as the busiest regional airport in the State of São Paulo, serving as a critical economic hub that connects the northwest paulista region to major national destinations through high-frequency flights by major airlines, as well as intensive executive and medical transport aviation.
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+ Because the runway is fully embedded within the city fabric, commercial airliners and turbo-props descend and climb at dangerously low altitudes directly over highly populated neighborhoods, major avenues, and educational institutions. This leaves zero margin for airspace interference. Spontaneous, recreational, or standard commercial drone operations are completely banned within the airport's grid, its active approach funnels, and traffic circuits. Violating this airspace is a federal breach of safety and carries severe criminal penalties under the Brazilian Penal Code (Article 261 - exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+     Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control), ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency), and ASP (Aeroportos Paulistas).
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+     Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+     Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction overlays, active safety grids, and mandatory geofencing constraints are hosted on DECEA's official SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ Marabá Airport – João Corrêa da Rocha (SBMA), managed by Aena Brasil, is situated strategically along the Transamazônica Highway (BR-230) in the Amapá/Quindangues district. Despite handling domestic routes, it is one of the busiest and fastest-growing regional hubs in northern Brazil, serving as a vital connection point for commercial airlines, executive aviation, and logistical transport across the state of Pará.
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+ The airport is deeply integrated into Marabá’s urban expansion, meaning passenger jets fly at incredibly low altitudes directly over major residential areas, commercial sectors, and the nearby Itacaiúnas and Tocantins river systems during their landing and takeoff phases. Because of this high-risk intersection with urban life, the surrounding airspace is strictly protected. Spontaneous, recreational, or standard commercial drone operations are completely banned within the airport's perimeter and active flight paths. Violating this airspace carries severe criminal penalties under the Brazilian Penal Code (Article 261 - exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control), ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency), and Aena Brasil.
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Operational restrictions, airport safety grids, and mandatory geofencing definitions are managed via DECEA's SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ Maceió International Airport – Zumbi dos Palmares (SBMO), located in the municipality of Rio Largo just outside the capital, is the primary aviation gateway for the state of Alagoas. It handles a steady flow of domestic commercial flights, tourist charters, and regional aircraft connecting the northeast coast.
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+ Because passenger jets fly at low altitudes during their approach and departure paths over Rio Largo and the upper districts of Maceió (such as Tabuleiro do Pinto), a drone collision in this area would be catastrophic. To ensure the safety of hundreds of daily passengers, this airspace is heavily protected under federal law. Spontaneous, recreational, or standard commercial drone operations are completely banned within the airport's perimeter and its active approach corridors. Violating this airspace carries severe criminal penalties under the Brazilian Penal Code (Article 261 - exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control) and ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency).
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and the Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction parameters, official airport coordinates, and specialized NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) filings are managed via DECEA's SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ Viracopos International Airport (SBKP), located in Campinas, São Paulo, is the primary air cargo hub in Brazil and a major domestic passenger airport. The facility handles a constant influx of massive, heavy wide-body cargo aircraft operating at all hours of the day and night.
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+ Because these heavy cargo liners move at high speeds and lower glide slopes during their final approach and departure phases over Campinas and adjacent municipalities, the risk of a drone strike is extremely dangerous. The surrounding airspace is intensely monitored and heavily protected under federal law. Spontaneous, recreational, or standard commercial drone operations are completely banned within the airport's perimeter and its active approach funnels. Violating this airspace carries severe criminal penalties under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code (exposing an aircraft to danger).
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control) and ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency).
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and Brazilian Penal Code (Art. 261).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Real-time restriction parameters, official airport coordinates, and specialized NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) filings are managed via DECEA's SARPAS NG and Aisweb portals.

+ Explanation
+ Itaparica Beach is one of the most popular and densely populated coastal stretches in Vila Velha. The combination of a busy beach with a high-rise residential skyline requires the highest level of pilot responsibility.
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+ According to Brazilian regulations (ANAC), flying directly over uninvolved people is strictly prohibited; drones must maintain a minimum safe horizontal distance of 30 meters from any bystander. Furthermore, Itaparica Beach sits inside the Drone Approach Zone (ZAD) for Vitória Airport (SBVT). This means the airspace is controlled and has low altitude ceilings (often capped at 100 feet/30 meters or lower depending on the exact location) to safeguard commercial airliners and offshore oil industry helicopters routing along the coast.
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control) and ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency).
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and ANAC RBAC-E No. 94.
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Checking the exact maximum altitude ceiling for the beach coordinates and submitting the mandatory flight plan must be done through DECEA's official SARPAS NG system.

+ Lagoa Grande is a large, scenic freshwater lagoon situated in the neighborhood of Ponta da Fruta, Vila Velha. The surrounding area comprises a mix of residential properties, local commerce, and open nature, making it an excellent spot for aerial photography and video.
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+ While the airspace is open for operations, pilots must adhere to standard safety distances under Brazilian law, meaning the drone must stay at least 30 meters away from any non-consenting bystanders unless the pilot holds a specific waiver. Geographically, Ponta da Fruta sits just south of the active training zones used by the Aeroclube do Espírito Santo (Barra do Jucu) and the Jucu Army Training Camp. Because of this proximity, it is vital to keep the drone within visual line of sight (VLOS), strictly obey the altitude limits granted by the air traffic control system, and immediately ground the drone if low-flying manned aircraft or helicopters are spotted.
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+ Regulatory Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control) and ANAC (National Civil Aviation Agency).
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+ Primary Framework: Air Force Command Instruction ICA 100-40 (Access to Airspace by Unmanned Aircraft Systems) and ANAC RBAC-E No. 94 (operational safety distances).
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Standard flight requests and localized maximum altitude ceilings must be checked and registered via DECEA's official SARPAS NG platform.

+ The Ponte da Madalena is a historic wooden bridge that serves as the gateway to the Jacaranema Ecological Reserve (Parque Municipal de Jacaranema), a vital coastal mangrove and restinga ecosystem in Vila Velha. Flying drones here is permitted and highly popular for capturing the scenic intersection of the Jucu River and the ocean.
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+ However, because Jacaranema is an environmentally protected municipal reserve, pilots must operate with high ecological awareness. Drones must not be used to chase, closely approach, or disturb migratory birds and local fauna nesting in the mangroves. Additionally, while the area is open for flight, it sits geographically close to the approach corridors for Vitória Airport (SBVT) and the training zones for the Aeroclube do Espírito Santo. Pilots must keep their drones within visual line of sight (VLOS), strictly respect the altitude limits dictated by their SARPAS clearance, and immediately yield the airspace to any low-flying manned helicopters or planes.
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+ Regulatory & Environmental Authorities: DECEA (Department of Airspace Control), ANAC, and SEMMA (Vila Velha Municipal Secretariat of Environment).
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+ Primary Framework: Brazilian Air Force Instruction ICA 100-40 (UAS Operations) and Municipal Law establishing the Parque Municipal de Jacaranema conservation guidelines.
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+ Flight Planning Portal: Standard flight intentions and localized altitude caps must be verified and registered through DECEA's official SARPAS NG system.