Ponta Pelada Airport was the main airport of Manaus, Brazil until 1976. Between 1970 and 1976, the facilities were shared with Manaus Air Force Base of the Brazilian Air Force. On March 31, 1976, all civilian operations were transferred to the newer Eduardo Gomes International Airport. During this transition, Ponta Pelada Airport was renamed Manaus Air Force Base handling military operations exclusively under the Brazilian Air Force's control.
Airport Information
Airport Name: Ponta Pelada Airport
Airport Keywords: Ponta Pelada
Airport (IATA) Code: PLL
Address
City: Manaus
State: Amazonas
Country: Brazil (BR)
Continent: South America
Full Location: Manaus, AM, Brazil
Mapping
Latitude: -3.144779
Longitude: -59.984038
Elevation: 239 (Feet)
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