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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Minneapolis"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
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  "code": "FCM",
  "connection_tips": "Flying Cloud Airport (FCM) is a premier corporate and general aviation hub located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, serving as a vital reliever for Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP). For passengers connecting from a private flight at FCM to a commercial flight at MSP, it is important to note that the airports are about 11 miles apart. A taxi or rideshare transfer takes between 20 and 30 minutes depending on Twin Cities traffic. There is no scheduled shuttle service between these locations, so arranging a car through an FBO (Fixed Base Operator) like Premier Jet Center or Inflight Aircraft Maintenance is the most efficient transit strategy.\n\nArrivals at FCM are highly streamlined; the decentralized terminal model allows passengers to move from the aircraft directly to their ground transportation without passing through baggage carousels or public terminals. Security is handled privately by FBOs, meaning there are no TSA lines at FCM, but full screening will be required upon arrival at MSP for commercial connections. While FCM lacks traditional airport restaurants, its location provides quick access to the Eden Prairie Center mall and numerous local dining options. On-site, FBOs offer high-quality pilot snooze rooms, conference facilities, and passenger lounges with complimentary snacks and Wi-Fi.\n\nPilots should be mindful of the complex Class D airspace, which sits directly under the MSP Class B shelf. Noise abatement procedures are strictly encouraged to maintain good relations with the surrounding residential community. For those with longer layovers, nearby attractions include Valleyfair Amusement Park and Mystic Lake Casino, both reachable within a short drive.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check ahead for reduced lobby amenities at midday.",
    "Flying Cloud is Eden Prairie's GA field near Minneapolis.",
    "It hosts business and training traffic, not airlines.",
    "Use MSP for scheduled passenger flights.",
    "Plan ground transport in advance because cabs are scarce."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "FCM",
  "icao": "KFCM",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 44.8272018433,
  "layover_planner_info": "Layover options are minimal; plan ahead.",
  "longitude": -93.45709991460001,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 110,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact the airport information desk for assistance.",
  "name": "Flying Cloud Airport",
  "region": "MN",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "STC",
      "name": "Saint Cloud Regional Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "STP",
      "name": "Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Flying Cloud Airport operates a comprehensive general aviation terminal serving the Minneapolis metropolitan area with extensive corporate aviation and flight training facilities. The terminal features multiple FBOs providing premium passenger processing for corporate aircraft, charter operations, and private aviation. Check-in and passenger coordination occurs directly through FBO services with walking distances of 20-50 meters from terminal facilities to aircraft parking positions.\n\nPassenger processing is tailored for general aviation and corporate operations with no TSA security screening, customs, or immigration facilities. The airport serves as a major corporate aviation hub for the Twin Cities region with sophisticated flight planning facilities, aircraft services, and passenger amenities. Operations coordinate through multiple FBOs providing competitive services and hangar facilities.\n\nTerminal amenities include premium passenger lounges, business conference facilities, catering services, ground transportation coordination, aircraft viewing areas, and comprehensive pilot facilities. Multiple FBOs offer varying levels of service from basic to luxury corporate aviation support. Car rental and ground transportation are readily available. Accessibility features include ground-level access throughout modern facilities. Family facilities include comfortable seating areas and restrooms, as the airport serves corporate executives, business travelers, flight training operations, and recreational aviation accessing the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, providing essential business aviation infrastructure for one of America's major economic centers.",
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