Manaus, BR đ§đˇ Closed Airport
ICAO
BR-2026
IATA
-
Elevation
263 ft
Region
BR-AM
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Location: -3.063889° N, -60.106945° E
Continent: South America
Type: Closed Airport
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| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
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11/36 |
59 ft | 59 ft | CON | Active |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
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Approximately May 2019
Economic reasons. The heliport was an exclusive facility for the Tropical Hotel Manaus (formerly Tropical Manaus Ecoresort). The hotel, a landmark in the Amazon, accumulated massive debts, leading to a court-ordered shutdown in May 2019 after its electricity was cut off. The heliport ceased operations as a direct consequence of the hotel's closure and subsequent bankruptcy.
The heliport, along with the entire Tropical Hotel complex, is abandoned and in a state of disrepair. The physical helipad structure likely still exists on the hotel grounds but is not operational or maintained. The entire property has been closed to the public since 2019 and has suffered from neglect and vandalism.
The heliport was not a public transportation facility but served as a crucial amenity for the prestigious Tropical Hotel Manaus. For decades, the hotel was the premier luxury destination in the region, hosting international dignitaries, celebrities, and wealthy tourists. The heliport's operations primarily consisted of:
- Private VIP transport for guests arriving or departing by helicopter.
- Launching point for exclusive scenic helicopter tours over the Amazon rainforest and the famous 'Meeting of Waters' (Encontro das Ăguas) where the Rio Negro and SolimĂľes River meet.
- Logistical support and potential emergency medical evacuation for the sprawling resort.
Its existence symbolized the hotel's high-end, exclusive status.
There are concrete prospects for the site's revitalization, which could include the heliport. In late 2020, the abandoned hotel property was acquired at auction by the Fametro Group, a private educational institution in Amazonas. The new owners have announced plans to completely renovate and reopen the historic hotel. While specific plans for the heliport have not been detailed publicly, it is highly probable that a restored luxury resort would seek to reactivate the heliport to offer the same premium services it was known for. Therefore, the reopening of the heliport is contingent upon the successful renovation and relaunch of the Tropical Hotel by its new owners. The timeline for this project remains uncertain.