Comandante Jorge Mello Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 11h 26m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Comandante Jorge Mello Airport
Comandante Jorge Mello Airport is a small airport in Bom Jesus da Lapa, Brazil. It sits at an elevation of 1,486 ft (453 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,281 ft / 1,000 m. It observes America/Bahia local time. The nearest airport is Fazenda Busato II Airport (SJZT), about 6.6 nm to the wsw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 3,281 ft / 1,000 m | 59 ft | Clay | Unlit | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Comandante Jorge Mello Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Comandante Jorge Mello Airport located?
Comandante Jorge Mello Airport is small airport located in Bom Jesus da Lapa, Brazil, at an elevation of 1,486 ft (453 m).
How many runways does Comandante Jorge Mello Airport have?
Comandante Jorge Mello Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,281 ft / 1,000 m.
What time zone is Comandante Jorge Mello Airport in?
Comandante Jorge Mello Airport is in the America/Bahia time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Comandante Jorge Mello Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Comandante Jorge Mello Airport is approximately 22.8° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Comandante Jorge Mello Airport?
The nearest airport to Comandante Jorge Mello Airport is Fazenda Busato II Airport (SJZT), about 6.6 nm to the wsw, followed by Ninho do Bacurau and Bom Jesus da Lapa Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Comandante Jorge Mello Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.