Francisco de Assis Airport — Juiz de Fora, Brazil
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Distance & flight time from JDF
Francisco de Assis Airport
JDF is the code for Francisco de Assis Airport, serving Juiz de Fora, a significant city in Brazil's Minas Gerais state known for its universities and industrial base. The airport supports regional flights connecting Juiz de Fora to other Brazilian cities, along with general aviation and executive travel serving the local business community. Juiz de Fora's location between Rio de Janeiro and Belo Horizonte gives JDF a role as a convenient alternative for travelers who prefer avoiding the larger, more congested airports in those metropolitan areas. The airport has periodically been the subject of infrastructure improvement discussions aimed at expanding its capacity to handle growing regional demand for air travel in this part of Minas Gerais.
Runways at Francisco de Assis Airport (JDF)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 5036 ft (1535 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Francisco de Assis Airport (JDF)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | JUIZ DE FORA RDO | 128.1 MHz |
Airports near Francisco de Assis Airport (JDF)
- Presidente Itamar Franco Airport (IZA) — 38.0 km (23.6 mi)
- Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) — 114.1 km (70.9 mi)
- Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) — 126.5 km (78.6 mi)
- Santa Cruz Air Force Base (SNZ) — 131.4 km (81.6 mi)
- Jacarepaguá - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) — 132.9 km (82.6 mi)
- Macaé Benedito Lacerda Airport (MEA) — 177.9 km (110.5 mi)
- Umberto Modiano Airport (BZC) — 182.5 km (113.4 mi)
- Bartolomeu Lisandro Airport (CAW) — 215.5 km (133.9 mi)
JDF is Francisco de Assis Airport in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, offering regional flights between Rio de Janeiro and Belo Horizonte for business and general aviation travelers.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Francisco de Assis Airport?
The IATA code for Francisco de Assis Airport is JDF.
What is the ICAO code for Francisco de Assis Airport?
The ICAO code for Francisco de Assis Airport is SBJF. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.