Mário de Almeida Franco Airport — Uberaba, Brazil
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Distance & flight time from UBA
Mário de Almeida Franco Airport
Mário de Almeida Franco Airport, known by its IATA code UBA, serves Uberaba in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, a city recognized for cattle breeding and agribusiness fairs. The airport supports regional flights linking Uberaba to major Brazilian centers such as São Paulo, facilitating both business travel and agricultural commerce tied to the region's livestock industry. Named for a local aviator, the facility features a paved runway suitable for mid-size jets. UBA's role extends beyond passenger transport, occasionally accommodating cargo tied to Uberaba's famed Expozebu cattle exposition, one of the largest zebu cattle fairs in the world.
Runways at Mário de Almeida Franco Airport (UBA)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 5771 ft (1759 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Mário de Almeida Franco Airport (UBA)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.8 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 120.8 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.5 MHz |
Airports near Mário de Almeida Franco Airport (UBA)
- Ten. Cel. Aviador César Bombonato Airport (UDI) — 101.8 km (63.3 mi)
- Romeu Zema Airport (AAX) — 107.5 km (66.8 mi)
- Chafei Amsei Airport (BAT) — 112.3 km (69.8 mi)
- Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) — 153.5 km (95.4 mi)
- Prof. Eribelto Manoel Reino State Airport (SJP) — 190.5 km (118.4 mi)
- Araraquara Airport (AQA) — 228.3 km (141.9 mi)
- Poços de Caldas - Embaixador Walther Moreira Salles Airport (POO) — 272.7 km (169.4 mi)
- Lins Airport (LIP) — 279.8 km (173.9 mi)
UBA, Mário de Almeida Franco Airport, links Uberaba, Minas Gerais to Brazil's air network, supporting the city's cattle and agribusiness economy.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Mário de Almeida Franco Airport?
The IATA code for Mário de Almeida Franco Airport is UBA.
What is the ICAO code for Mário de Almeida Franco Airport?
The ICAO code for Mário de Almeida Franco Airport is SBUR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.