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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Papua New Guinea",
    "addressLocality": "Feramin"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "MAF (Mission Aviation Fellowship)",
    "PNG Air (Charters)",
    "Tropic Air",
    "Private Charters"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
    {
      "@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": "120 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Feramin",
  "code": "FRQ",
  "connection_tips": "Feramin Airport (FRQ) is a remote and essential high-altitude airstrip located in the heart of the Star Mountains in Papua New Guinea\u2019s Sandaun Province. This unpaved STOL (Short Take-off and Landing) field is a literal lifeline for the local community, as there are no roads connecting this rugged region to the rest of the country. Flight operations are primarily conducted by Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) and Tropic Air, utilizing rugged aircraft like the Twin Otter or Cessna Caravan. The airport serves as the primary conduit for a medical lifeline, delivering vaccines, doctors, and emergency supplies, while also facilitating the transport of essential goods like salt, sugar, and building materials that cannot be sourced locally.\n\nTravelers\u2014usually missionaries, researchers, or government officials\u2014should be prepared for a very basic experience. There is no terminal building; the \"arrival lounge\" is often just the edge of the runway or a simple wooden shelter. Weather is the most significant factor here, with clouds often rolling in by mid-morning, making early departures and arrivals mandatory. Logistics must be coordinated weeks in advance via radio or satellite phone, as there is no cellular service.\n\nPassengers must be mindful of weight limits, as every kilogram of cargo is precious. The community often gathers to meet arriving planes, making every landing a significant local event. While the environment is challenging, the airport represents a vital link to the modern world for the Feramin people, showcasing the incredible skill of bush pilots navigating the formidable terrain of the New Guinea highlands.",
  "country": "Papua New Guinea",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Ground transport: Pre-arrange ground transportation at this airport.",
    "Dining options available in terminal at this airport.",
    "This bush strip has minimal formal processing, but weather is decisive.",
    "Check flight status before heading to airport at this airport.",
    "Keep documents easily accessible at this airport.",
    "Weather delays possible; check forecasts at this airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak periods at this airport.",
    "Download airline app for updates at this airport.",
    "Charge devices before your flight at this airport.",
    "Bring snacks for potential delays at this airport."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Feramin+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "iataCode": "FRQ",
  "icao": "AYFE",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -5.208,
  "layover_planner_info": "Remote highland airstrip with minimal shelter; all logistics must be arranged via local Feramin community contacts.",
  "longitude": 141.6988,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your charter coordinator or the MAF booking office in Mt. Hagen via radio for assistance with rebooking.",
  "name": "Feramin Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "POM",
      "name": "Jacksons International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SBC",
      "name": "Selbang Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "TFM",
      "name": "Telefomin Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Feramin Airport (FRQ) is a critical high-elevation airstrip serving the remote mountain community of Feramin in the Sandaun (West Sepik) Province of Papua New Guinea. Situated deep within the Star Mountains region near the Victor Emanuel Range, the airfield consists of a short unpaved runway and acts as an absolute lifeline for the local population. It provides the primary means of transport for medical supplies, educational materials, and essential goods into a region where rugged terrain and dense rainforest make road construction virtually impossible.\n\nThe terminal infrastructure at Feramin is extremely rudimentary, consistent with the remote highland airstrips found throughout the country. There is no formal passenger terminal building; instead, a simple open-air pavilion or basic wooden shelter near the runway serves as the reception area for arriving and departing passengers. Amenities are virtually non-existent, with no commercial retail shops, public dining facilities, or dedicated restrooms available at the airport site. All passenger processing, cargo weighing, and manifest checks are handled manually by the pilots or local community representatives directly on the airfield.\n\nFlight operations are predominantly conducted by Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) and specialized charter operators like Tropic Air, utilizing STOL (Short Take-off and Landing) aircraft such as the Twin Otter or Cessna Caravan. The airstrip connects the community with regional hubs like Telefomin, Wewak (WWK), and the national capital, Port Moresby (POM). Due to the high altitude and unpredictable mountain weather, flight operations are strictly limited to daylight hours and are highly sensitive to cloud cover and visibility. Travelers are strongly advised to coordinate their arrival with local community leaders or mission organizations well in advance to ensure landing support and basic assistance.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandaun_Province"
}