Palmas Airport

Palmas, BR 🇧🇷 Small Airport

ICAO

SSPS

IATA

Elevation

3609 ft

Region

BR-PR

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: SSPS

Local Code: SSPS

Location: -26.472° N, -51.975899° E

Continent: South America

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Travelers generally have a mixed but cautiously optimistic sentiment about Palmas Airport (SSPS), also known as Brigadeiro Lysias Rodrigues Airport (PMW). While some appreciate its modern infrastructure and ongoing improvements, others point to areas needing attention, particularly concerning capacity and air conditioning. Recent reviews, especially from 2025, indicate that efforts are being made to enhance passenger experience.

What Travelers Love

Modern Infrastructure: The airport is described as having a modern infrastructure and being well-maintained and organized.
Ample Parking: Travelers benefit from an ample 24-hour parking facility, with options to reserve in advance for potential discounts.
Accessibility and Services: The airport offers free Wi-Fi throughout and has essential services, including car rental agencies like Localiza at arrivals.
VIP Lounge: A VIP Lounge (W Café Lounge) is available, though described as small, providing a comfortable space with beverages and food.
24-hour Food Option: There's at least one 24-hour café (W Café) in the arrivals area.

Common Complaints

Capacity Concerns: Despite past expansions, some reviews from 2020 indicated concerns about the small embarkation hall feeling crowded, especially during peak hours or due to social distancing measures.
Air Conditioning Issues: There have been complaints about the air conditioning system not adequately cooling the embarkation lounge and check-in areas, which is a significant issue given Palmas' high temperatures.
Limited Retail/Food Variety: While there's a 24-hour café, the overall variety of shops and food services might be limited.
Absence of Customs/Immigration for Cargo: While not directly passenger-facing, a notable point is the ongoing effort to establish a customs-cleared Cargo Logistics Terminal (TECA), indicating a current limitation for direct international cargo movement.

Overall, Palmas Airport is a functional and evolving facility, praised for its cleanliness and organized operations, particularly under CCR Aeroportos management. While some older complaints about capacity and climate control exist, newer reviews suggest improvements are underway, making it a generally satisfactory experience for travelers passing through Tocantins.

Last updated: 59 days ago

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Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`2/20`	3609 ft	98 ft	ASP	Active

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