Silvio Pettirossi International Airport is the main national and international gateway of Paraguay, located at the municipality of Luque, and serving the capital city, Asunción. It is named after the Paraguayan aviator Silvio Pettirossi but between 1980 and 1989 it was known as President Stroessner International Airport, after the former head of state of Paraguay General Alfredo Stroessner.<br>In 2019, Pettirossi handled a record 1.24 million passengers, making it the busiest airport in the country. It is the main international hub for LATAM Paraguay and Paranair.