Flores (Corvo) : introduction
Europe’ s westernmost jewel, the island of Flores in the Azores archipelago, is a nature sanctuary classified as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, famous for its waterfalls, volcanic lagoons and cliffs plunging into the Atlantic. Its airport, at Santa Cruz das Flores, has a 1,400-metre runway suitable for turboprops and certain light jets, as well as gateway airport status. Private aviation access to the western Azores is via Flores, with the tiny, unspoilt neighboring island of Corvo connected by a short regional air link or by sea. With its hiking, whale-watching and unspoilt landscapes, the region appeals to a clientele in search of authentic nature and exclusivity. Find out more about Flores airport with AEROAFFAIRES.
Airport characteristics:
- Address Aeroporto das Flores, 9970-355 Santa Cruz das Flores, Açores, Portugal
- IATA code FLW
- ICAO code LPFL
- Latitude 39.4581
- Longitude -31.1322
- Altitude 32m
- Number of runways 1
- Runway length 1400m
- General aviation terminal Non
Specificities :
- Civil airport and point-of-entry airport (AOE): customs and immigration services available; no mandatory slot coordination.
- Single 1,400-meter runway, no ILS: suitable for turboprops and certain light jets with short takeoff distances.
- Europe’s westernmost airport: Atlantic weather conditions (wind, fog) must be taken into account; AEROAFFAIRES optimizes the slot and the aircraft.
- Jet A-1 refueling: available subject to availability, to be confirmed on a flight-by-flight basis via flight support.
- Gateway to Corvo: the island of Corvo, whose 760-meter runway does not accommodate jets, is connected to Flores by a short SATA regional flight or by sea.
Airport facilities Flores (Corvo) : private jet rental
Fueling: Jet A-1 is available through ground handling providers.
Ground handling: GPU, pushback, stairs (depending on the service provider).
Available services
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Customs
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Concierge service
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Valet
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Ground handling assistance
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Rest room
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Conference room
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Wifi
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Baggage services
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VIP chauffeur transfer
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Car rental
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Limousine rental
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Helicopter transfer
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Private parking
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Showers
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Hotel booking
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Pets allowed
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Disabled access
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VIP lounge
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Secure entrance
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Nearby cities
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Airport
2 km km
Five minutes min Santa Cruz das Flores
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Where to sleep?
For your stay, AEROAFFAIRES recommends the charming guesthouses and eco-lodges in Flores that overlook the ocean, as well as the restored stone mansions in Santa Cruz and Lajes das Flores.
Since the hotel options on these unspoiled islands remain limited, your AEROAFFAIRES aviation expert will select the most comfortable accommodations for you and coordinate your entire stay.
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