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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Ethiopia",
    "addressLocality": "Beica"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Ethiopian Airlines (Inactive)",
    "Regional Carriers (Inactive)",
    "Charter operators (on-demand only)"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "0 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Beica",
  "code": "BEI",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Beica Airport (BEI) is not currently possible via scheduled commercial flights, as the facility has been abandoned for over a decade. For travelers needing to reach the Beica or Begi region, the primary aviation strategy involves flying into an operational regional hub and completing the journey by road. The nearest functional gateway is Asosa Airport (ASO), located approximately 150 kilometers to the north. Alternatively, Jimma Airport (JIM) or Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) can serve as entry points, although both require extremely long and challenging 4x4 journeys through the rugged Ethiopian highlands.\n\nGround transportation from active airports to Beica is difficult and must be pre-arranged with experienced local drivers or humanitarian organizations. There are no scheduled bus services directly serving the Beica airstrip site. For those involved in regional research or NGO work, coordinating with local administration offices is essential for secure transport and route planning. It is critical to allow several days of 'buffer' time for any overland travel in this part of Ethiopia, as road conditions are highly unpredictable and subject to seasonal closures due to landslides.\n\nAlways ensure you have a reliable means of communication and a full set of emergency provisions before embarking on a journey to this remote region. Travelers should be aware that the security situation in the border areas of B\u012bnshangul Gumuz can be fluid. It is highly recommended to consult current government travel advisories and secure all necessary internal permits from the Ethiopian Ministry of Peace before heading to the Begi district. Because there are no banking or ATM facilities in the vicinity of the inactive airfield, carrying sufficient Ethiopian Birr (ETB) in small denominations is essential for local.",
  "country": "Ethiopia",
  "flag_url": "https://flagcdn.com/w320/et.png",
  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=ETB",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Beica Airport (BEI) is closed and abandoned at this airport.",
    "The nearest active commercial hub is Asosa (ASO) at this airport.",
    "Expect a total lack of facilities at the airstrip site.",
    "The region features stunning highland landscapes and traditional Gumuz culture.",
    "Carry a satellite communication device at this airport.",
    "Pack for intense seasonal rainfall and temperature shifts.",
    "Check Selam Bus or Sky Bus schedules in Addis Ababa for potential long-distance routes to regional."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=9.3864,34.5219",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=ETB",
  "iataCode": "BEI",
  "icao": "HABE",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 9.3864,
  "layover_planner_info": "Abandoned airport with no on-site facilities. Beica town offers authentic rural Ethiopian culture and traditional communities in B\u012bnshangul Gumuz region.",
  "longitude": 34.5219,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 110,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your ground transport provider or sponsoring agency for alternative routing. Regional connections via Asosa or Addis Ababa are the only practical options.",
  "name": "Beica Airport",
  "region": "Africa",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "ASO",
      "name": "Asosa Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "ADD",
      "name": "Addis Ababa Bole International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "NEJ",
      "name": "Nejo Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Beica Airport (BEI), historically serving the town of Beica (also known as Begi) in the B\u012bnshangul Gumuz Region of southwestern Ethiopia, is a regional aviation facility that has been largely inactive since 2009. The airfield features a single unpaved runway (15/33) measuring approximately 1,331 meters. During its operational years, it served as a vital lifeline for the local Oromo and Gumuz communities, providing the only reliable transport link to the state capital, Asosa, and the national hub, Addis Ababa. However, due to shifting regional priorities and the development of alternative road networks, the airport was abandoned and currently remains in a state of disrepair.\n\nThe terminal infrastructure at Beica is non-existent by modern standards, consisting only of the remnants of a basic sheltered structure that once facilitated manual passenger check-in and manifest management. There are no permanent buildings, security systems, or electronic displays on-site. When it was active, all flight operations were strictly limited to daylight hours under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) due to the lack of runway lighting and navigational aids. The facility was also highly susceptible to the heavy tropical rains of the region, which frequently rendered the unpaved surface unusable during the Ethiopian wet season.\n\nAmenities for any visitors to the Beica airstrip are non-existent, and the site is not maintained for public use. Travelers needing to reach the Begi area must arrive fully self-sufficient, as there are no food, water, or restroom facilities at the airfield. The nearby town of Beica offers basic rural services and local markets that reflect the traditional highland culture of southwestern Ethiopia. While the airport is currently abandoned, it remains a recognized point in national aviation records and represents a candidate for future redevelopment as the country continues to expand its regional air network to support humanitarian and economic growth in remote areas.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://metar-taf.com/airport/HABE"
}