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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "France",
    "addressLocality": "Ch\u00e2teauroux"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Air France (Training)",
    "British Airways (Training)",
    "Lufthansa (Training)",
    "KLM (Training)",
    "Private and Cargo Charters"
  ],
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Ch\u00e2teauroux",
  "code": "CHR",
  "comparison_tool_link": "/compare/CHR",
  "connection_tips": "Ch\u00e2teauroux-Dols Marcel Dassault Airport (CHR) should be treated as an industrial, training, cargo, and private-aviation airport rather than as a normal commercial connection point. Its long runway and specialist role make it very useful for technical and aviation operations, but that does not translate into a broad passenger network. If a larger commercial itinerary is still part of the trip, the realistic connection point is Paris or another major French airport, not Ch\u00e2teauroux itself.\n\nThat means the local value of CHR lies in direct access to Ch\u00e2teauroux and the surrounding region for private flights, training activity, or specialized aviation movement. If you are arriving by charter or technical ferry flight, the onward connection is usually a road or rail transfer, and that should be arranged before arrival. The airport is not where you should expect airline-style redundancy if the plan changes.\n\nIf same-day onward travel to CDG or ORY matters, treat it as a substantial overland transfer rather than as a quick airport change. French intercity travel can be efficient, but it still consumes enough time that a short onward international check-in window is a bad gamble. CHR works best when you use it for what it is: a specialist access field. Keep the bigger passenger itinerary protected at Paris or another hub, and let Ch\u00e2teauroux be the local or technical endpoint rather than the part of the trip carrying the commercial-airline risk.",
  "country": "France",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=EUR",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "The airport is a premier spot for 'planespotting'.",
    "Use free car park directly in front of the terminal, which offers approximately 150 secure spaces.",
    "Pack all your essential supplies at this airport.",
    "The airport is an excellent technical stop for private pilots crossing France.",
    "Confirm your ground transport pickup in advance at this airport."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=LFLX",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=EUR",
  "iataCode": "CHR",
  "icao": "LFLX",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 46.8603,
  "layover_planner_info": "Basic terminal facilities with a quiet lounge area. Ch\u00e2teauroux city center is a 10-minute drive away for full hotels and traditional French dining.",
  "longitude": 1.7211,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 90,
  "missed_connection_help": "N/A - Primarily industrial and charter. Contact your charter provider or the airport administration office for assistance.",
  "name": "Ch\u00e2teauroux-D\u00e9ols Marcel Dassault Airport",
  "region": "Europe",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "LBG",
      "name": "Paris\u2013Le Bourget Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BOU",
      "name": "Bourges Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MCU",
      "name": "Montlucon-Gueret Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Ch\u00e2teauroux-D\u00e9ols Marcel Dassault Airport (CHR), also known by its ICAO code LFLX, is a highly specialized industrial and regional aviation facility located in central France. Situated approximately 6 kilometers north of Ch\u00e2teauroux, the airport acts as a critical hub for air freight, aeronautical maintenance, and pilot training. The airfield is world-renowned for its exceptionally long primary runway, which at 3,500 meters is capable of handling the largest commercial and cargo aircraft in the world, including the Antonov An-225 and Boeing 747.\n\nThe airport's passenger infrastructure is centered around a functional 600-square-meter terminal building designed to handle up to 100,000 passengers annually. While it primarily manages charter flights and private groups rather than high-frequency scheduled traffic, the terminal provides modern amenities including check-in counters, a waiting lounge, and administrative offices. The airfield is a 'one-stop shop' for the aviation industry, featuring massive maintenance hangars, specialized aircraft painting facilities, and extensive areas for aircraft storage and recycling. This industrial focus ensures that the terminal remains an efficient base for flight crews and technical teams from across the globe.\n\nA primary role of Ch\u00e2teauroux Airport is as a leading European center for pilot training and flight testing. Major carriers such as Air France, British Airways, and Lufthansa frequently utilize the airport for 'touch-and-go' training sessions, taking advantage of its low traffic volume and robust infrastructure. The airport is also a major cargo logistics node, providing 24-hour freight handling services and acting as a primary entry point for international cargo charters. Ground transportation is well-integrated with the nearby A20 motorway and local bus services (Line 6) connecting the terminal to central Ch\u00e2teauroux. Its presence is fundamental to the French aerospace industry, supporting every stage of an aircraft's lifecycle from initial testing to final dismantling.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://chateauroux.aeroport.fr/en/the-airport/airport-map/"
}