Poptún Airport (PON)

Poptún Airport (PON), designated by the ICAO as MGPP, is a regional domestic aviation facility serving the town of Poptún in the Petén Department of southeastern Guatemala. The airport functions as a basic regional landing ground and does not feature a formal commercial passenger terminal building or staffed administrative offices. It acts as a critical infrastructure link for the surrounding agricultural province, primarily supporting private charters, government missions, and essential supply deliveries for the region's diverse farming communities.

Facilities at the airstrip are extremely minimal and reflect its status as an unattended rural airfield in a tropical environment. The primary on-site structure typically consists of a basic administrative shed or small sheltered area used for passenger waiting and cargo handling, but lacks modern commercial amenities such as retail shops, full-service restaurants, or public restrooms. Travelers and pilots are advised to be completely self-sufficient and to handle all logistical needs, including food and water, in the nearby Poptún town center, which is located just a short drive from the airfield.

The airfield features a single 8,957-foot gravel runway (09/27) situated at an elevation of approximately 1,700 feet above sea level. Operationally, the facility is frequently utilized by the Guatemalan military and private aviation operators, providing vital connectivity for a region that is a major transit point between the highlands and the northern lowlands. Ground transportation to the town center is informal, with visitors typically arranging pre-booked private vehicle transfers or utilizing local 'tuc-tuks' to reach the nearby administrative districts and the Machaquilá River area.