Refinaria Presidente Bernardes Heliport

The closure was executed 'a pedido do explorador' (at the request of the operator), which was Petrobras. This indicates the closure was a deliberate business decision by the company, likely driven by economic factors such as cost-reduction initiatives, operational restructuring, or a re-evaluation of logistical needs. It was not closed due to an accident, military conversion, or direct regulatory action against the facility.

The site is part of the active and operational Presidente Bernardes Refinery, owned by Petrobras. Satellite imagery shows the physical helipad, a paved surface with a faded 'H' marking, still exists. However, it is no longer maintained or used for aviation purposes. The area is disused and may be occasionally utilized for non-aviation purposes such as temporary vehicle parking or material staging by the refinery. It is not accessible to the public.

The heliport, officially designated with the ICAO-style code SIWE (the BR-1989 identifier is likely an older, unofficial database code), was a private facility exclusively serving the Petrobras Presidente Bernardes Refinery (RPBC), one of Brazil's largest and most important oil refineries. Its primary function was to provide rapid logistical support for the massive industrial complex. Operations included transporting executives, specialized engineers, and technicians; delivering urgent, high-value parts and documents; and serving as a critical asset for the refinery's emergency response plan, including medical evacuations (MEDEVAC) and security surveillance. The heliport's existence highlighted the strategic importance of the refinery and the need for swift access to the facility, which is located in a dense industrial area.

There are currently no known public plans or official statements from Petrobras or ANAC regarding the reopening of the heliport. Since the closure was initiated by Petrobras for internal reasons, any prospect of reopening would depend entirely on a future change in the company's operational or financial strategy that would justify the cost of recertifying and operating the facility. Given the trend towards cost optimization, a reopening is considered highly unlikely in the foreseeable future.