Belo Jardim Airport

The closure was due to economic reasons and a lack of investment. As a small municipal airstrip with an unpaved runway, it lacked the necessary funding for upkeep, modernization, and compliance with evolving aviation regulations. Without consistent demand or public/private investment, it became uneconomical to maintain and eventually fell into disrepair.

The site is currently an abandoned airstrip. The unpaved, dirt runway is still clearly visible in satellite imagery but is overgrown with vegetation and shows signs of erosion and unauthorized vehicle use. There are no functional airport facilities, hangars, or terminals remaining. The land has not been redeveloped and remains in a derelict state, unusable for any aviation purposes.

The Belo Jardim airstrip, known locally as 'Campo de Pouso', was constructed in the 1950s. It was never a commercial airport with scheduled flights but served a crucial role in supporting general aviation and corporate travel for the city. Its primary historical significance was facilitating the growth of local industries, most notably providing vital air access for executives, clients, and technicians of Baterias Moura, a major Brazilian battery manufacturer headquartered in Belo Jardim. The airstrip was an important piece of infrastructure for the city's business community for several decades.

There have been recurring discussions and political efforts to renovate and reopen the airport. Local and state politicians have frequently highlighted its potential to boost the regional economy by attracting business investment and facilitating air taxi and executive transport services. Meetings between the municipal government of Belo Jardim and state infrastructure officials have taken place to discuss renovation plans. However, despite these ongoing talks and expressions of interest, no concrete project has been funded or initiated. The prospects for reopening are uncertain and entirely dependent on securing significant future government investment.