On the night of Sunday, the 22nd, Guarulhos Airport in São Paulo marked a historic milestone by receiving its first direct flight from Sydney, Australia. This special operation was conducted by the Australian airline Qantas, utilizing the Airbus A380, the world's largest passenger airplane, for a flight that lasted 14 hours and 49 minutes. The operation was made possible as it was a chartered flight, which bypassed the usual restrictions that prevent direct services between Australia and Brazil due to the significant distance involved.

Typically, commercial flights from Australia to Brazil cannot operate non-stop due to fuel capacity limitations; the aircraft's maximum passenger load prevents it from flying directly for such long distances. However, in this instance, the A380 flew with a light passenger load, allowing for the necessary fuel capacity to make the direct journey feasible. This also represents a significant accomplishment for Qantas since it is the first instance of the airline operating a flight into Guarulhos, although they have previously conducted charter operations to other Brazilian destinations, such as Foz do Iguaçu, Rio de Janeiro, and Manaus.

The airline did not disclose specific details about the customers or the reasons for this special charter flight, but speculations suggest that the flight was related to organized tours or significant events. The arrival of this direct flight indicates a growing interest and potential for increased connectivity between Australia and Brazil, opening up new opportunities for tourism and business between the two nations.