the service provided tickets that could be used on several airlines without having to wait, and it was so was successful to inspire the same type of arrangement in both the usa and europe.

the airport's construction began as early as 1934, and stretched more than 370 thousand square meters - now the old building houses the arrivals gate, and is considered a cultural heritage site.

because of the location, the airport often suffers from delays due to fog and other climatic conditions - however, many say that landing or departing from santos-dumont is one of the most beautiful flying experiences ever, due to the gorgeous landscape that surrounds the airport.