Executive Aviation Gains Traction in Goiás, Rio Seeks Tax Incentive

The aviation debate gained national prominence after the release of a Pod020 episode highlighting the expansion of the Aeroparque Bela Vista condominium in Goiás, and the presentation, in Rio de Janeiro, of a bill to reinstate the ICMS deferment on aviation kerosene.

Bela Vista Enters the Executive Aviation Map

In episode #17 of Pod020, Commander Eduardo Batagim and engineer, pilot, and entrepreneur Paulo Lemes discussed the transformation of the municipality of Bela Vista, which now hosts the Aeroparque Bela Vista condominium, located on GO-020. The guests highlighted the progress of aeronautical activity in the region and the role of aviation condominiums in combining aircraft infrastructure with new real estate development models.

Investments Along GO-020

During the conversation, participants emphasized that the GO-020 corridor has attracted significant investments and projects related to aviation. The sector's growth in Goiás has generated business opportunities, demanded high professional qualification, and expanded the presence of executive aviation in the state's interior.

Rio de Janeiro Proposes ICMS Deferment on Kerosene

Concurrently, the Rio de Janeiro government sent a bill to the Legislative Assembly (Alerj) aiming to reinstate tax incentives for aviation kerosene (QAV). The ICMS deferment postpones the payment of the tax on fuel outflow operations, making aircraft refueling more competitive in the state.

Objective: Transform Galeão into a Connection Hub

According to the proposal, the benefit aims to prevent airlines from prioritizing other states, such as São Paulo and Minas Gerais, which already have similar regimes. The measure is considered strategic to consolidate Galeão International Airport as a major connection hub and boost the local economy, given the direct relationship of the air sector with tourism, commerce, and job creation.

Economic Impacts and Growth Projections

Data from the Brazilian Airlines Association (Abear) shows that air activity supported over 20,000 direct and indirect jobs in Rio and generated R$ 1.4 billion in wages. The sector grew 15% in the state in 2024/2025, with a forecast increase of 6.3% for 2026, above the national average. If the incentive is approved, Rio expects to operate 251 flights per day in 2026, reflecting a 4.6% increase in domestic flights and 13.2% in international flights.

With information from Portal GO 020, O GLOBO.