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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Papua New Guinea",
    "addressLocality": "Bawan"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Airlines PNG",
    "Charter operators"
  ],
  "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": "Bawan",
  "code": "BWJ",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Bawan Airport (BWJ) is an exercise in extreme logistics and bush flying, as it is one of the most challenging airstrips in Papua New Guinea\u2019s Morobe Province. Perched on a steep hillside at 4,500 feet, it features a remarkably short runway of only 755 feet (230 meters). This is a one-way airstrip: pilots must land uphill and take off downhill. Once past the 'committal point' on final approach, a go-around is impossible due to the rising terrain, making precise weight calculations essential.\n\nTravelers typically fly on rugged STOL aircraft, such as the Cessna 208 Caravan operated by Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) or specialized charters. There are no scheduled commercial connections; all transit is handled via community charters or medical evacuations. If connecting from hubs like Lae (LAE) or Port Moresby (POM), ensure you have confirmed your onward bush flight with a local agent, as communication is often limited to HF radio or satellite phone. Weather is the absolute determining factor; tropical rains make the grass surface extremely slippery, and morning flights are preferred before thermal turbulence becomes hazardous.\n\nTravelers should bring all necessary survival supplies, including hydration and food, as the terminal is merely a basic communal shelter. Because of extreme density altitude and terrain, luggage is strictly limited, and every kilogram must be accounted for during booking. For those navigating the PNG interior, Bawan represents a critical but unforgiving link where safety depends entirely on favorable weather and pilot skill.",
  "country": "Papua New Guinea",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "This airport is a key air link into Papua New Guinea's highlands.",
    "Essential for local community connections at this airport.",
    "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."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Bawan+Airport+Papua+New+Guinea",
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    "recent_reviews": [],
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  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "iataCode": "BWJ",
  "icao": "XBWJ",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -6.85,
  "layover_planner_info": "Basic remote facility with limited services.",
  "longitude": 147.1,
  "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": "Consider Lae or Port Moresby for broader PNG connections.",
  "name": "Bawan Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "LAE",
      "name": "Lae Nadzab Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Bawan Airport (BWJ) is a small regional airstrip located in the Morobe Province of Papua New Guinea. The facility primarily serves as a vital transportation link for the remote communities in the surrounding area, facilitating the movement of passengers and essential goods that would otherwise be inaccessible by road. Like many regional airports in Papua New Guinea, BWJ is characterized by its unpaved or grass runway, suitable for small turboprop aircraft that are capable of short takeoff and landing (STOL) operations.\n\nThe terminal facilities at Bawan are extremely modest, consisting of a basic shelter that serves as a communal waiting area for passengers. There are no conventional airport amenities such as retail shops, dining facilities, or digital check-in kiosks; instead, operations are handled manually by local agents or flight crews. Travelers are advised to bring their own supplies, including water and food, as the airport is situated in a remote location with limited immediate access to commercial services or medical clinics.\n\nOperations at BWJ are primarily conducted during daylight hours and are highly dependent on favorable weather conditions, as the airstrip lacks advanced navigational aids. Most flights are operated by smaller domestic carriers or charter services that specialize in reaching the country's interior. Given the rugged terrain and unpredictable tropical weather of the Morobe region, passengers should anticipate potential flight delays and are encouraged to coordinate closely with their airline for the most up-to-date departure information.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/XBWJ"
}