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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Australia",
    "addressLocality": "Baniyala"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Regional carriers"
  ],
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      "@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": "60 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Baniyala",
  "code": "BYX",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Baniyala Airport (BYX), officially YBNI, is a quintessential East Arnhem Land experience, serving as the primary lifeline for the Yolngu community on the shores of Blue Mud Bay. A critical 'connection' tip for all visitors is the mandatory Northern Land Council (NLC) permit; Baniyala is situated on private Aboriginal land, and you must have your approved entry permit ready for inspection before departure from Gove or Darwin. Most travelers arrive via Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) shuttle flights or specialized charters from Gove (GOV). A paramount logistical tip: these flights are weight-sensitive and typically utilize GA8 Airvan or Cessna Caravan aircraft, so strictly adhere to the 15kg baggage limit provided by your operator.\n\nFrom a technical standpoint, pilots should note that the airstrip consists of an unsealed dirt and gravel surface. During the monsoonal wet season (November\u2013April), the runway can become soft or waterlogged; always check current conditions with MAF or Laynha Air before departure. There is no fuel or formal ground handling on-site. For those considering a ground connection, be aware that while a track exists to the Central Arnhem Road, it is strictly 4WD-only and takes 3\u20134 hours to reach Nhulunbuy; this route is frequently impassable during the wet season due to flooded river crossings.\n\nUpon arrival at the airstrip, your 'onward connection' to the community or the Dholuwuy Campground must be pre-arranged with the Baniyala Garrangali Aboriginal Corporation, as there are no taxis or rental services. The terminal is a basic sheltered area with no on-site amenities, though a community store is located adjacent to the airfield for basic supplies. Always maintain a 48-hour buffer in your itinerary, as outback weather and community events can lead to sudden flight cancellations.",
  "country": "Australia",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=AUD",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Baniyala's community airstrip sees weekly mail runs.",
    "Bring provisions and inform the homelands council of travel plans.",
    "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."
  ],
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    "recent_reviews": [],
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  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=AUD",
  "iataCode": "BYX",
  "icao": "ZBYX",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": -13.1981,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; prepare necessities in advance.",
  "longitude": 136.227005,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 60,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline desks for rebooking assistance.",
  "name": "Baniyala Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "BCZ",
      "name": "Milyakburra Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "LEL",
      "name": "Lake Evella Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Baniyala Airport (BYX), also known by its ICAO code YBAY, is a community airstrip serving the Aboriginal homeland of Baniyala in the remote East Arnhem Region of Australia's Northern Territory. The airport is a critical piece of infrastructure, providing an essential link for residents to access services, medical care, and supplies from larger centers like Nhulunbuy and Darwin. It also serves as a gateway for cultural visitors and specialized service providers working with the Baniyala community.\n\nThe facilities at Baniyala Airport are very basic, consistent with its status as a remote community airstrip. There is no formal terminal building; instead, a simple shelter provides shade and a waiting area for passengers. All check-in and boarding procedures are handled directly by the pilots of the small charter aircraft that service the route. Amenities such as shops and cafes are not available at the airstrip, though a small community store is located nearby for essential provisions.\n\nOperations at BYX are centered on a single unpaved runway suitable for STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) aircraft that are vital for transport in the Australian outback. Flights are conducted strictly during daylight hours and are subject to local weather conditions. As there is no public transportation, all arrivals and departures must be coordinated in advance with the Baniyala community council or the receiving party on the ground.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport//Baniyala-Airport"
}