Nelson Saldanha Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
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About Nelson Saldanha Airport
Nelson Saldanha Airport is a small airport in Nova Viçosa, Brazil (ICAO SWNE). It sits at an elevation of 10 ft (3 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,953 ft / 900 m. It observes America/Bahia local time. The nearest airport is Caravelas Airport (CRQ), about 15.4 nm to the nne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
SWNELive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 2,953 ft / 900 m | 59 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Nelson Saldanha Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Nelson Saldanha Airport?
The ICAO code for Nelson Saldanha Airport is SWNE.
Where is Nelson Saldanha Airport located?
Nelson Saldanha Airport is small airport located in Nova Viçosa, Brazil, at an elevation of 10 ft (3 m).
How many runways does Nelson Saldanha Airport have?
Nelson Saldanha Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,953 ft / 900 m.
What time zone is Nelson Saldanha Airport in?
Nelson Saldanha Airport is in the America/Bahia time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Nelson Saldanha Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Nelson Saldanha Airport is approximately 23.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Nelson Saldanha Airport?
The nearest airport to Nelson Saldanha Airport is Caravelas Airport (CRQ), about 15.4 nm to the nne, followed by Fazenda Vista Linda Airport and 9 de Maio - Teixeira de Freitas Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Nelson Saldanha Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.