Airport Attractiveness for Regional Air Transport: A Comparative Analysis in Northeastern Brazil
- Bárbara Alves
- Giovanna Miceli Ronzani Borille
- Evandro José da Silva
- Mauro Caetano
Aeronautics Institute or Technology (ITA)
- Evento
- XXI SITRAER – Fortaleza, CE, Brasil, 2024
- Volume
- Anais do XXI Simpósio de Transporte Aéreo – SITRAER 2024 · ISBN 978-65-272-1008-5 · DOI 10.29327/xxi-sitraer-2024
- Páginas
- 19–28
- Editora
- Even3 Publicações
- Editores
- Francisco Heber Lacerda de Oliveira, Fabiano Rocha, Giovanna Miceli Ronzani Borille, Evandro José da Silva, Mauro Caetano
Abstract
The study of airport attractiveness is necessary for understanding passenger preferences and improving airport competitiveness, which in turn drives regional economic development. This research provides a comparative analysis of three airports in Northeastern Brazil: Recife, Campina Grande, and João Pessoa. Employing the Multinomial Logit Model (MNL), the study evaluates key determinants of airport attractiveness, including connectivity, infrastructure, and regional influence. The results demonstrate that Recife Airport stands out as the most attractive due to its extensive network of national and international routes and superior infrastructure. This finding underscores the importance of connectivity and infrastructure in enhancing airport attractiveness, aligning with established theoretical frameworks. The empirical evidence presented not only validates existing theories but also offers practical insights for airport management and policymaking. The study contributes to the broader literature on airport attractiveness by providing a comprehensive analysis that highlights the critical factors influencing passenger choices and regional hub dynamics.
Keywords: catchment area; attractiveness; hub airports; MNL model