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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "New Iberia"
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    "No scheduled commercial airlines"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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    {
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
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  "code": "ARA",
  "connection_tips": "Acadiana Regional Airport (ARA) serves as a critical industrial and general aviation hub for South Louisiana, specifically supporting the high-volume logistics of the offshore oil and gas industry in the Gulf of Mexico. Since the airport does not host regularly scheduled commercial airline services, 'connections' at this facility typically involve transitioning from a private or chartered flight to local ground transportation or specialized helicopter services. All passenger and pilot operations are centralized through the primary Fixed-Base Operator (FBO), Freeman Jet Center. For a seamless transfer, it is highly recommended to coordinate your arrival with the FBO staff at least 24 hours in advance, especially if you require specialized ground handling, catering from the Jet-A-Way Caf\u00e9, or after-hours refueling.\n\nGround transportation is well-integrated with the airport's industrial park operations. The FBO provides courtesy cars for pilots making short-term stops and can facilitate on-site rental car pickups through major agencies. The airport\u2019s strategic location on US Highway 90 and near the future I-49 corridor makes it an exceptionally efficient waypoint for business travelers heading to central New Iberia or the nearby Port of Iberia. For those needing to connect to the global commercial air network, Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) is the nearest major hub, located approximately 20 miles to the northwest and reachable in about 25 minutes by road.\n\nAs a specialized industrial field, ARA hosts major tenants like Bristow Group, which utilizes the airfield for its regional training and administrative activities. Security is managed by the FBOs and tenant companies, focusing on secure ramp access and airfield safety, allowing for very rapid transitions between your aircraft and vehicle. Pilots should utilize the on-site computerized weather stations and check for any NOTAMs",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Acadiana's FBO serves free jambalaya on Fridays\u2014arrive near lunch for a tasty layover treat.",
    "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.",
    "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport.",
    "Download your airline's mobile app for updates at this airport."
  ],
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    "recent_reviews": [],
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  "iataCode": "ARA",
  "icao": "KARA",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 30.03777778,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities. Check local area for accommodation and services during extended layovers.",
  "longitude": -91.88388889,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline representatives. Limited rebooking options may be available.",
  "name": "Acadiana Regional Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "AAF",
      "name": "Apalachicola Regional Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "LFT",
      "name": "Lafayette Regional Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "PTN",
      "name": "Harry P Williams Memorial Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "UCE",
      "name": "Eunice Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Acadiana Regional Airport (ARA) is a major industrial and general aviation airport located in New Iberia, Louisiana. It occupies the former Naval Air Station New Iberia and boasts extensive infrastructure, including a large 8,002-foot runway capable of handling heavy cargo and military aircraft. The airport does not have scheduled commercial passenger service but is a vital economic engine for the region, primarily supporting helicopter operations for the offshore oil and gas industry in the Gulf of Mexico.\n\nPassenger and crew facilities are centered around the recently renovated Freeman Jet Center, the airport's primary Fixed-Base Operator (FBO), and the Brigadier General Wiltz P. Segura Passenger Terminal, which serves charter and VIP flights. The FBO provides a modern, professional environment with a spacious lobby, a 10-seat conference room, a pilot lounge with snooze rooms, and the Jet-A-Way Caf\u00e9. These facilities are designed to cater to corporate crews, private pilots, and specialized charter passengers.\n\nA key tenant at the airport is Bristow, one of the world's largest helicopter service providers, which runs extensive crew transport operations to offshore oil and gas platforms from its regional headquarters at ARA. The airport's industrial park also hosts numerous other companies supporting this sector. While there are no public airline lounges, the FBO provides comfortable waiting areas and workstations for its clients.\n\nDue to its focus on industrial and general aviation, security is managed by the FBOs and tenant companies, with no TSA checkpoints. Ground transportation, including rental and courtesy cars, is available through the Freeman Jet Center. For longer stays, the airport is only a short drive from the attractions of New Iberia and the wider Cajun Coast.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acadiana_Regional_Airport"
}