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Drone Rules for Novo Progresso Airport

Novo Progresso, State of Pará (PA) • Brazil
Novo Progresso - State of Pará, 68193-000, Brazil
Lat: -7.12558 • Lng: -55.4013

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May 29, 2026 2:21 AM Approved • description, sources links, box and rules
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Summary — Fly Status: Strictly Prohibited. The Novo Progresso Airport (NPR/SJNP) is an active aeronautical facility serving as a critical infrastructure hub in the Amazon region. Per the updated DECEA ICA 100-40 regulations (effective since July 2026), operating unmanned aircraft (drones/RC models) .
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Novo Progresso Airport is a vital link for the region, and its proximity to the Amazon rainforest means it also supports sensitive logistics and technical operations, including potential coordination with the Cachimbo Air Base. Under the current ICA 100-40, there is no distinction between "recreational" and "professional" flight regarding airspace access; all drones, regardless of weight (including sub-250g models), require prior authorization through the SARPAS NG system to enter national airspace.

Core Requirements for 2026 (Brazil):

Mandatory SARPAS NG: You cannot legally fly any drone or RC model in the national airspace without an approved flight request. Near an airport, these requests are highly scrutinized and often denied to protect crewed flight paths and safety.

Safety Perimeter: Regulatory standards impose a massive safety buffer (typically up to 9 km from airport runway axes). Flying within this "Red Zone" without explicit institutional coordination is a direct violation of federal safety protocols.

ANAC SISANT Registration: All models/drones weighing over 250g must be registered in the SISANT system. You must carry proof of registration and have identification tags affixed to your aircraft.

Operational Risk: Disruption of airport operations can lead to immediate equipment seizure, fines, and potential criminal liability under the Brazilian Penal Code (Article 261).

How to be "Socially Accepted"
Do Not Fly at the Airport: The airport is an infrastructure facility, not a hobbyist playground. Unauthorized flight here is perceived as a reckless endangerment of aviation safety.

Use Official Tools: Always verify your intended flight zone on the SARPAS NG Portal. If the area is marked as restricted (red), do not attempt to fly.

Join a Club: Seek out federated aeromodelling clubs. Clubs provide sanctioned, insurance-covered environments that are recognized by DECEA and COBRA (Confederação Brasileira de Aeromodelismo), ensuring you are flying legally and safely.
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+ Explanation
+ Novo Progresso Airport is a vital link for the region, and its proximity to the Amazon rainforest means it also supports sensitive logistics and technical operations, including potential coordination with the Cachimbo Air Base. Under the current ICA 100-40, there is no distinction between "recreational" and "professional" flight regarding airspace access; all drones, regardless of weight (including sub-250g models), require prior authorization through the SARPAS NG system to enter national airspace.
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+ Core Requirements for 2026 (Brazil):
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+ Mandatory SARPAS NG: You cannot legally fly any drone or RC model in the national airspace without an approved flight request. Near an airport, these requests are highly scrutinized and often denied to protect crewed flight paths and safety.
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+ Safety Perimeter: Regulatory standards impose a massive safety buffer (typically up to 9 km from airport runway axes). Flying within this "Red Zone" without explicit institutional coordination is a direct violation of federal safety protocols.
+ 
+ ANAC SISANT Registration: All models/drones weighing over 250g must be registered in the SISANT system. You must carry proof of registration and have identification tags affixed to your aircraft.
+ 
+ Operational Risk: Disruption of airport operations can lead to immediate equipment seizure, fines, and potential criminal liability under the Brazilian Penal Code (Article 261).
+ 
+ How to be "Socially Accepted"
+ Do Not Fly at the Airport: The airport is an infrastructure facility, not a hobbyist playground. Unauthorized flight here is perceived as a reckless endangerment of aviation safety.
+ 
+ Use Official Tools: Always verify your intended flight zone on the SARPAS NG Portal. If the area is marked as restricted (red), do not attempt to fly.
+ 
+ Join a Club: Seek out federated aeromodelling clubs. Clubs provide sanctioned, insurance-covered environments that are recognized by DECEA and COBRA (Confederação Brasileira de Aeromodelismo), ensuring you are flying legally and safely.