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Brazilian Congress Committee Endorses Visa-Free Entry for Tourists from Australia, Canada and the United States
A key congressional committee approved a bill to scrap visa requirements for tourists from Australia, Canada and the United States, reversing a decree that re-imposed the visas in April 2025. Supporters say the move could quickly boost arrivals and tourism revenue, while companies welcome the reduction in red tape for short-term business travel. The proposal still needs approval from other committees and both chambers, but could enter into force before the summer high season.
Flybondi Announces Seasonal Maceió–Buenos Aires Flights with Black-Friday Fares From R$ 555
Argentine ULCC Flybondi will start direct flights between Maceió and Buenos Aires on 15 December, selling Black-Friday promotional fares from R$ 555 announced on 6 November. The twice-weekly service boosts northeastern Brazil’s connectivity and offers corporates a lower-cost alternative to one-stop itineraries.
Macaé Airport Goes Solar: Terminal to Run on 100 % Clean Energy from 2026
The concessionaire of Macaé Airport confirmed a R$ 28 million solar-farm investment that will make the terminal Brazil’s first to operate 100 % on renewable energy by early 2026. The move will cut power costs, slash 4 200 t of CO₂ annually and strengthen the airport’s appeal for energy companies and business charters with strict ESG targets.
TwoFlex Secures ANAC Approval for Jacarepaguá–Congonhas Shuttle, Easing Rio-São Paulo Commutes
Regional airline TwoFlex received ANAC clearance on 6 November to launch a nine-seat commuter shuttle between Rio’s Jacarepaguá Airport and São Paulo’s Congonhas, starting 28 October. The new link cuts door-to-door travel times for West Zone executives and signals regulatory support for niche point-to-point turboprop services.
Guarulhos Airport Issues Initial Slot Allocation for IATA Summer 2026; Airlines Face Tight Timelines
GRU Airport released its initial slot allocation for the Summer 2026 season on 6 November, giving airlines until 15 December to validate historic rights. The tighter, fully digital timeline may force timetable adjustments and signals Brazil’s shift toward a more transparent, ultimately tradable slot regime.