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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Colombia",
    "addressLocality": "Yari"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "SATENA",
    "Charter operators"
  ],
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Yari",
  "code": "AYI",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Yari Airport (AYI) requires meticulous planning as it is one of Colombia's most remote airfields, situated in the Llanos del Yar\u00ed at the intersection of the Andes and the Amazon. There are no traditional 'connecting' flights in the commercial sense. Most travelers arrive via regional hubs like San Vicente del Cagu\u00e1n or Florencia. If you are transiting from a major city like Bogot\u00e1, you must first secure a flight to one of these hubs before boarding a SATENA regional flight or a private charter to AYI. Because these flights operate under Visual Flight Rules (VFR), they are highly susceptible to delays or cancellations during the rainy season (May to October).\n\nIt is essential to allow at least 24 to 48 hours of buffer time for any onward international connections from Bogot\u00e1. Luggage management is critical for connections here. Small aircraft used for these routes have strict weight limits, typically capped at 10\u201315kg (22\u201333 lbs). Use soft-sided duffel bags rather than hard-shell suitcases, as they are easier to fit into the cramped cargo holds of Cessnas or Beechcraft.\n\nBe prepared for a total lack of digital infrastructure; there is no Wi-Fi or reliable cell service at the airstrip, so download all flight documents and offline maps beforehand. Since there are no ATMs or credit card facilities in the region, ensure you carry sufficient Colombian Pesos (COP) for local transport or emergency fees. Finally, always coordinate with your local guide or humanitarian contact well in advance, as the airport lacks a terminal building or ground transportation desk. If your flight is delayed, communication is usually handled via satellite radio or local ground personnel.",
  "country": "Colombia",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=COP",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Ground transport: Remote airstrip; coordinate transport in advance.",
    "UN and humanitarian flights primary operations at this airport.",
    "No scheduled commercial service available at this airport.",
    "Bring all necessities; no airport amenities at this airport.",
    "Security situation variable; check travel advisories."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Yari+Airport+Colombia",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=COP",
  "iataCode": "AYI",
  "icao": "XAYI",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 1.1833,
  "layover_planner_info": "Layovers in the Llanos del Yar\u00ed offer a deep immersion in nature, though amenities are non-existent at the airstrip. San Vicente del Cagu\u00e1n, 2 hours away, provides basic hostales and local Amazonian-influenced cuisine.",
  "longitude": -69.0833,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 75,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 75,
  "mct_international_to_international": 90,
  "missed_connection_help": "Weather is the primary cause of missed flights here. Coordinate with SATENA agents or charter operators in San Vicente. Be prepared for a 1-2 day delay for the next available weather window.",
  "name": "Yari Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "BOG",
      "name": "El Dorado International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "LPD",
      "name": "La Pedrera Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MFB",
      "name": "Monfort Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MHF",
      "name": "Morichal Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Yar\u00ed Airport (AYI) serves the remote Llanos del Yar\u00ed, a vast savanna ecosystem nestled within the Amazon rainforest in the Caquet\u00e1 Department of Colombia. This unique landscape, characterized by open grasslands surrounded by dense jungle, has historically made the airport a strategic point for connectivity. The airstrip acts as a vital bridge for the scattered farming and indigenous communities of the region, providing a link to the departmental capital of Florencia and larger hubs like Bogot\u00e1 for the transport of essential goods, medical evacuations, and government services.\n\nThe infrastructure at AYI is representative of the rugged nature of Colombian bush flying. It consists of an unpaved runway, often a cleared strip of the natural savanna grass or compacted earth, which is capable of supporting STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) aircraft. There is no conventional terminal building; instead, the airport utilizes a small, functional shelter that serves as a rudimentary waiting area and coordination hub for the local community. Flights are primarily operated by small air taxis and specialized regional carriers that are adept at navigating the unpredictable conditions of the Amazonian climate.\n\nOperating in the Yar\u00ed region presents significant challenges due to the intense tropical weather and the airport's low-lying elevation. During the heavy rainy season, the unpaved airstrip can become waterlogged, requiring pilots to have specialized knowledge of the local terrain and soil conditions. As the airport lacks a control tower and METAR reporting, pilots rely on Visual Flight Rules (VFR) and direct communication with ground personnel to ensure safe landings. The savanna's unique thermals and the proximity of the jungle canopy also require careful approach and departure planning. For those utilizing Yar\u00ed Airport, self-sufficiency is paramount as the facility offers no public amenities such as fuel, food, or water.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/XAYI"
}