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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Central African Republic",
    "addressLocality": "Bozoum"
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    "UNHAS (Humanitarian)",
    "Regional Charters",
    "Government Logistics"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
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      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Bozoum",
  "code": "BOZ",
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  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Bozoum Airport (BOZ) requires travelers to be highly flexible and part of a pre-arranged mission manifest. Because the airport does not host scheduled commercial transfers, all connections involve transitioning from a humanitarian or government flight from Bangui (BGF) to local ground transport. It is critical to verify the current operational status of the airfield and the security environment at least 72 hours in advance, as flight operations are strictly governed by visual flight rules (VFR) and are susceptible to the region's intense tropical rainy season and fluctuating security protocols. To ensure a smooth transition, allow for a significant buffer, as the airport is located in a territory where travel warnings are frequent.\n\nThere is no automated baggage transfer at BOZ; all equipment and supplies must be manually retrieved and personally managed through the terminal checkpoint. For crews making regional technical stops, note that the airport has no on-site refueling, and aircraft must be self-sufficient for their return legs. During the rainy season (May to October), the dirt runway can be subject to temporary closures due to soft field conditions, making coordination with your transport a standard practice. In the event of an unscheduled delay, re-booking options are managed through the mission dispatch office in Bangui.\n\nThe lack of traditional commercial desks means having a secure contact or a pre-arranged transport provider in Bozoum is mandatory. Ground transportation is conveniently located near the airfield exit, but travelers must adhere to strict safety protocols once leaving the precinct. The facility serves as a vital strategic asset, providing the only rapid alternative to the lengthy road journeys from the capital across the Ouham valley.",
  "country": "Central African Republic",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Secure a window seat on the right side of the aircraft when flying into Bozoum from the south for a.",
    "BOZ is located in a strategically sensitive region.",
    "The airport operates strictly during daylight hours.",
    "Baggage handling is entirely manual and can be exposed to the elements.",
    "Carry sufficient Central African CFA Francs (XAF) in cash for essential local transport and minor.",
    "The arrival process involves a thorough manifest check."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "BOZ",
  "icao": "FEGZ",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 6.3442,
  "layover_planner_info": "Minimal regional infrastructure. Restricted and humanitarian access primarily. 15-minute connection to Bozoum town center via authorized security convoys.",
  "longitude": 16.3219,
  "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 coordinator or the UNHAS dispatch desk in Bangui. Re-booking typically involves waiting for the next available humanitarian or government flight rotation.",
  "name": "Bozoum Airport",
  "region": "Africa",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "BGF",
      "name": "Bangui M'Poko International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BOP",
      "name": "Bouar Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BSN",
      "name": "Bossangoa Airport"
    }
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  "terminal_info": "Bozoum Airport (BOZ) is a vital regional aviation facility serving the town of Bozoum and the wider Ouham-Pend\u00e9 prefecture in the northwestern Central African Republic. Situated at an elevation of approximately 2,133 feet, the airport features a single 995-meter (3,264 feet) dirt runway (18/36) located about 6 kilometers west-northwest of the town center, on the opposite bank of the Ouham River. The facility serves as a critical transportation lifeline for this remote region, providing the only rapid connection for the transport of essential medical supplies, humanitarian aid, and government personnel in a territory where road access is frequently hampered by poor infrastructure and regional security concerns.\n\nThe 'terminal' at Bozoum is a modest, functional structure that serves as a transition point between the rugged savanna landscape and the regional skies. There are no permanent commercial check-in desks or automated security systems; instead, the facility operates as a community-integrated airstrip where flight arrivals and departures are typically managed by humanitarian organizations such as UNHAS (United Nations Humanitarian Air Service) or specialized missionary groups. The building provides basic shelter for travelers exploring the highland interior, reflecting its role as a secondary aviation node rather than a commercial passenger hub. Access to the airfield typically requires prior coordination with national aviation authorities and resident security forces.\n\nAmenities within the immediate airport area 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 part of humanitarian, government, or development missions and are required to be entirely self-sufficient. Ground transportation is restricted to local private vehicle arrangements or pre-coordinated NGO shuttles that connect the airfield to the town center via the Ouham River crossing. The airport remains a strategic piece of infrastructure for the delivery of aid and the social development of the Ouham-Pend\u00e9 region, offering a unique and essential arrival experience in one of the nation's most challenging operational environments.",
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