there he designed, built, and flew the first dirigible, demonstrating that controlled-flights were possible, winning the deutsch de la meurthe prize on the 19th october of 1901 on a flight that rounded the eiffel tower, making him one of the most famous people in the world during the early 20th century.

located at praça senador salgado filho, centro, the santos-dumont airport is reacheable via phone at 21. 3814.7070 - the airport is equipped with a mini mall where

the website airport santos-dumont provides more information on flights and local transportation on this page.