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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Papua New Guinea",
    "addressLocality": "Boang Island"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Regional Charters",
    "PNG Air (Charter)",
    "Mission Aviation Fellowship",
    "Government Logistics"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
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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": "Boang Island",
  "code": "BOV",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Boang Airport (BOV) requires travelers to be flexible and prepared for the challenges of South Pacific island aviation. Because the airport does not host scheduled commercial transfers, all connections involve transitioning from a STOL flight from Kavieng (KVG) or Rabaul (RAB) to local ground transport or water-based logistics. It is critical to verify the operational status of the airfield at least 24 to 48 hours in advance, as operations are strictly governed by visual flight rules (VFR) and are susceptible to intense rainfall and cloud formation. To ensure a smooth transition, aim to arrive at the terminal at least 60 to 90 minutes before departure, as the manual check-in process can experience brief peaks.\n\nThere is no automated baggage handling at BOV; all luggage must be manually retrieved and managed through the transition to your next mode of transport. For pilots or crews making technical stops, note that the airport has no on-site refueling, and aircraft must be self-sufficient for their return legs. During the peak rainy season (November to April), travelers should allow a buffer for any planned connections, as the coral-surfaced runway can be subject to temporary closures due to soft field conditions. In the event of an unscheduled delay, re-booking options are managed through the carrier's regional office in Kavieng.\n\nThe lack of on-site communication means having a local contact in the community for emergency logistics is standard practice. Ground transportation is conveniently located near the exit, with local villagers usually available to assist with regional navigation. For a truly seamless connection to nearby missions or administrative offices, ensure your arrival manifest is shared with your local host to facilitate a rapid transition from the airfield.",
  "country": "Papua New Guinea",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Coordinate with your island contact before you fly into Boang.",
    "Keep bags light for Twin Otter flights in the Tanga group.",
    "Assume cash-based transactions once you leave the strip.",
    "Daylight-only operations make the schedule tight.",
    "Respect community arrangements at the airstrip."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Boang+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "iataCode": "BOV",
  "icao": "ZBOV",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -3.3834,
  "layover_planner_info": "Minimal island infrastructure. Private and mission access primarily. 5-minute connection to Boang village center via local walking paths.",
  "longitude": 153.2812,
  "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": "Contact your mission logistics officer or the local community representative. Re-booking typically involves waiting for the next available STOL flight rotation.",
  "name": "Boang Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "KVG",
      "name": "Kavieng Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Boang Airport (BOV), also known by its local code BOG, is a vital regional aviation facility serving the remote Boang Island within the Tanga Islands group of New Ireland Province, Papua New Guinea. Situated at an elevation of approximately 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level, the airport features a single unpaved coral-surfaced runway. The facility serves as a critical transportation lifeline for the island's community, providing the only rapid connection for the transport of essential medical supplies, mail, and regional government administration in a territory where sea travel across the Bismarck Sea can be lengthy and hazardous.\n\nThe 'terminal' at Boang consists of a modest, functional open-air structure designed to manage domestic regional traffic with high efficiency. It features a centralized waiting area and a manual check-in zone where regional carriers and charter staff coordinate flight manifests for the critical link to the provincial capital, Kavieng, and the regional hub of Namatanai. The facility is characteristic of the remote island airfields in Papua New Guinea, with an informal atmosphere and high level of community integration. Boarding typically involves a short walk from the sheltered waiting zone directly to the aircraft, primarily accommodating regional turboprops such as the De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter.\n\nAmenities within the terminal are non-existent for the general public, and the facility lacks formal public restrooms, dining areas, or retail outlets. Travelers using the facility are typically affiliated with government, research, or missionary missions and are required to be entirely self-sufficient. Ground transportation is restricted to local walking paths and a few regional tractors or private vehicle arrangements that connect the airfield to the various villages along the island's central ridge. The airport remains a strategic piece of infrastructure for the region's development, offering a unique arrival experience for adventurous travelers and specialized mission crews in one of the most remote corners of the New Ireland archipelago.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Boang+Airport"
}