Ponta Pelada Airport / Manaus Air Base — Manaus, Brazil
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Distance & flight time from PLL
Ponta Pelada Airport / Manaus Air Base
Ponta Pelada Airport, coded PLL, is a joint civil-military airfield in Manaus, Brazil, functioning as an air base for the Brazilian Air Force alongside limited civilian and general aviation use. Located in the Amazonas state capital, Ponta Pelada has historically supported military logistics, training, and regional government flights, while civilian traffic mostly shifted to the larger Eduardo Gomes International Airport nearby. PLL continues to serve smaller aircraft, helicopters, and occasional charter or humanitarian flights supporting Amazon rainforest logistics, environmental monitoring, and remote community access. Its dual military-civil role reflects a broader pattern of Brazilian air bases doubling as secondary regional airfields.
Runways at Ponta Pelada Airport / Manaus Air Base (PLL)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/27 | 7119 ft (2170 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Ponta Pelada Airport / Manaus Air Base (PLL)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | MANAUS APP | 119.7 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.65 MHz |
| TWR | MANAUS TWR | 118.1 MHz |
Airports near Ponta Pelada Airport / Manaus Air Base (PLL)
- Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO) — 13.9 km (8.6 mi)
- Itacoatiara Airport (ITA) — 167.1 km (103.8 mi)
- Manicoré Airport (MNX) — 329.2 km (204.6 mi)
- Jacareacanga Airport (JCR) — 421.6 km (262.0 mi)
- Trombetas Airport (TMT) — 439.3 km (273.0 mi)
- Itaituba Airport (ITB) — 458.7 km (285.0 mi)
- Tefé Airport (TFF) — 526.6 km (327.2 mi)
- Santarém - Maestro Wilson Fonseca International Airport (STM) — 582.4 km (361.9 mi)
PLL is Ponta Pelada Airport, a military air base in Manaus, Brazil, distinct from Manaus's main international airport. Searchers often want clarification on which Manaus airport handles commercial passenger flights.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Ponta Pelada Airport / Manaus Air Base?
The IATA code for Ponta Pelada Airport / Manaus Air Base is PLL.
What is the ICAO code for Ponta Pelada Airport / Manaus Air Base?
The ICAO code for Ponta Pelada Airport / Manaus Air Base is SBMN. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.