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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Houston"
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    "NASA",
    "Private Charters",
    "United States Coast Guard"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Houston",
  "code": "EFD",
  "connection_tips": "Ellington Airport (EFD) is a unique and high-activity aviation complex in Houston, serving as a general aviation reliever, a military base for the Texas Air National Guard, and the officially licensed Houston Spaceport. For travelers connecting through EFD, the most important tip is to understand its role as a purely private, corporate, and government node; there are currently no scheduled commercial airline services at this field. For most visitors, the primary commercial 'connection' to the region is made by flying into William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), located about 10 miles to the northwest, or George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), and then completing the journey via rental car or private shuttle.\n\nIf you are flying privately into EFD, the Fixed-Base Operator (FBO), Signature Aviation, provides comprehensive support including professional ground handling and rental car coordination. Ground transportation requires advance coordination; while rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are active in the Houston area, pre-arranging a pickup is wise as there is no dedicated taxi rank at the terminal. A unique highlight of EFD is its role as a primary training base for NASA astronauts; pilots should be particularly mindful of high-performance T-38 jet traffic and maintain close coordination with air traffic control.\n\nThe terminal features professional business lounges and conference spaces suitable for corporate travelers. Because the airport is situated in a busy coastal corridor, stay mindful of potential delays during the summer thunderstorm window. For those visiting the Johnson Space Center or the local aerospace industries, EFD offers an exceptionally professional and low-traffic entry point compared to the larger commercial hubs.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Military facility; prior permission required at this airport.",
    "No civilian access without authorization at this airport.",
    "TSA PreCheck can save 15+ minutes at this airport.",
    "Bus service to city center center available at this airport.",
    "Check flight status before heading to airport at this airport."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "EFD",
  "icao": "KEFD",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 29.6072998047,
  "layover_planner_info": "Professional FBO terminal with business facilities and pilot lounges; no on-site hotels but many are in nearby Clear Lake.",
  "longitude": -95.1587982178,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your FBO representative or charter operator for local support and rebooking assistance.",
  "name": "Ellington Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "HOU",
      "name": "William P. Hobby Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "GLS",
      "name": "Scholes International At Galveston Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Ellington Airport (EFD) is a unique mixed-use aviation facility serving as a general aviation reliever, a military base, and the officially licensed Houston Spaceport. Located approximately 15 miles southeast of downtown Houston, the airport features three active runways, including a 9,001-foot primary runway capable of handling large military and commercial aircraft. It holds a significant place in aerospace history, having served as a primary training base for NASA astronauts since the Apollo era and continuing to support jet-training flights for the T-38 Talon fleet.\n\nWhile there is no scheduled commercial airline passenger service at EFD, the facility offers high-quality terminal services through specialized Fixed-Base Operators (FBOs) such as Signature Aviation. The passenger terminal managed by the FBO provides a professional environment with comfortable lounges, executive conference rooms, and flight planning resources. Services include 24-hour fueling (Jet A and 100LL), aircraft maintenance, and gourmet catering for private and corporate flights. The airport is also a major hub for the Texas Air National Guard and various aerospace firms engaged in the development of hypersonic spacecraft and commercial lunar landers.\n\nGround transportation is well-facilitated by its proximity to the Gulf Freeway (I-45), providing easy access to the Johnson Space Center and the Port of Houston. Travelers using the facility typically arrive via private or chartered aircraft and can coordinate rental car delivery directly to the FBO ramp. On-site U.S. Customs and Border Protection services are also available by appointment, allowing the airport to handle international arrivals for business aviation. For scheduled commercial flights, passengers should utilize nearby William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) or George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.fly2houston.com/efd/overview"
}