The Brazilian Ministry of Ports and Airports has launched a public consultation for the construction of the National Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Policy. The ministry said that the initiative marks the beginning of “a structured process of listening and social participation to define the regulatory and institutional bases of this new segment of aviation in the country”.
The new policy encompasses operations with drones and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. It is aimed at transporting both cargo and passengers, generally at low altitudes and with less dependence on traditional airport infrastructure
The public consultation seeks to gather contributions from experts, companies, public bodies and representatives of civil society to guide the development of a regulatory and governance framework for the sector. The aim is to ensure that the development of these new technologies occurs safely, predictably, and in alignment with international best practices.
“We are taking an important step to organise the future of aviation in the country,” said the Minister of Ports and Airports, Silvio Costa Filho. “Advanced air mobility is already a reality under construction in the world, and Brazil needs to be prepared, with clear rules, legal security, and the capacity to attract investment.”
The public consultation aims to identify flaws in the legislation that need improvement, map risks and opportunities, and propose rules for the safe and efficient implementation of air traffic control in the country. Among the points under consideration are integration with existing airspace, urban and environmental impacts, the need for specific infrastructure such as vertiports, and the definition of responsibilities between the federal government, states and municipalities.
The initiative also aims to provide greater predictability to the regulatory environment, helping to attract investment and stimulate the development of the national industry, in a context of rapid technological evolution in the aviation sector.
The process is being conducted by the National Secretariat of Civil Aviation, in partnership with the National Civil Aviation Agency and the Department of Airspace Control.
Contributions to the consultation will be analysed by the Ministry of Planning and Budget and may help in the development of public policy proposals, regulatory adjustments, and possible changes to the sector’s legal framework. At the end of the process, a report will be produced with a diagnosis and recommendations to guide the implementation of AAM in Brazil.
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