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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Australia",
    "addressLocality": "Carpentaria Downs"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Regional carriers"
  ],
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      "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"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Carpentaria Downs",
  "code": "CFP",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Carpentaria Downs Airport (CFP), officially YCPN, is a specialized outback experience governed by its role as a private airstrip serving the historic Carpentaria Downs Station. For pilots, the most critical 'connection' tip is that the unsealed gravel and dirt runway (14/32) requires proficiency in soft-field techniques; its condition can deteriorate rapidly during the monsoonal wet season (November\u2013April), rendering it impassable for standard 2WD access or light aircraft without high-clearance gear. A unique historical aspect is the site's legacy as a 1942 US Operational Base (Bombardment Field), with some dispersal bays still integrated into the station\u2019s layout.\n\nFrom a logistical standpoint, CFP lacks a formal terminal and public transport; all onward 'connections' must be pre-arranged with the station manager, as there is no cellular service at the strip. Access to the station is via the Gregory Developmental Road, which is subject to frequent closures due to long-term flooding during the summer months. There is no public fuel available on-site; the nearest 24-hour fuel connection is located 45 km north in the village of Einasleigh.\n\nFor travelers supporting aeromedical missions, the airstrip serves as a critical link for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Mount Isa Base) for regular primary health clinics and emergency retrievals. Maintain complete self-sufficiency for food and water, and always verify regional weather trends via Cairns (CNS) or Townsville (TSV), as outback storms can cause rapid visibility drops. Always maintain a 48-hour buffer in your itinerary, as 'bush time' and road washouts are standard for travel in North Queensland.",
  "country": "Australia",
  "flag_url": "https://flagcdn.com/w320/au.png",
  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=AUD",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Remote cattle station; bring supplies and confirm pickup via HF radio.",
    "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.",
    "Download your airline's mobile app for updates at this airport."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Carpentaria+Downs+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=AUD",
  "iataCode": "CFP",
  "icao": "YCPN",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -18.718481,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; prepare necessities in advance.",
  "longitude": 144.313028,
  "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": "Carpentaria Downs Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "EIH",
      "name": "Einasleigh Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "LTP",
      "name": "Lyndhurst Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SCG",
      "name": "Spring Creek Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Carpentaria Downs Airport (CFP), also identified by its ICAO code YCPN, is a small airstrip located in Carpentaria Downs, Queensland, Australia. Situated in a remote, sparsely populated region, this airport primarily serves the vast cattle station and its surrounding areas, playing a crucial role in facilitating aerial mustering, logistical support, and providing essential air access for station personnel, visitors, and supplies. It is a vital link for the remote pastoral operations of Northern Queensland.\n\nAs a remote airstrip, Carpentaria Downs Airport does not feature a dedicated terminal building or any traditional airport facilities for passengers. Travelers should anticipate a very basic setup, typically consisting of an unpaved runway with minimal or no shelter. There are no commercial amenities such as retail shops, restaurants, or lounges available on-site. It is imperative for users of this airport to be entirely self-sufficient, bringing their own provisions and making all necessary arrangements for ground transportation and any other services in advance through the station management.\n\nOperational aspects of YCPN are characteristic of a remote, uncontrolled airfield. The airport operates with a single unpaved runway, designated 14/32. Due to its remote location, the airport does not publish its own METAR (aviation routine weather report), with the nearest weather station being Cairns International Airport. Flights are primarily general aviation or charter-based, connecting to nearby airstrips or major regional centers. The airport's existence is fundamental to the sustained operation of Carpentaria Downs Station and supports the essential services required in this isolated outback region.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/YCPN/Carpentaria-Downs-Airport"
}