I am in Brazil, though in Fortaleza (1500 miles away). I haven't heard about any largescale closing, but have read in the past about intentions to funnel more flights to Viracopos-Campinas Airport. Since the downtown SP Congonhas Airport is already considered too busy, I could see more flights going to Campinas. If the report you cite is true, I assume it has to do with prep for the 2014 World Cup. Of course, in Brazil you have to take the announcement of any largescale plans with a grain (or more) of salt. I anticipate a lot of chaos in airports during the World Cup and Olympics, but hope I'm pleasantly surprised.