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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Papua New Guinea",
    "addressLocality": "Fuma"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "MAF (Mission Aviation Fellowship)",
    "PNG Air (Charters)",
    "Tropic Air",
    "Private Charters"
  ],
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 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": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "0 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Fuma",
  "code": "FUM",
  "connection_tips": "Fuma Airport (FUM) represents the ultimate in remote aviation, located in the rugged Hela Province of Papua New Guinea. This is not a conventional airport but rather a remote bush strip carved into the challenging terrain of the Highlands. Serving the local community, Fuma is primarily accessed by Short Take-Off and Landing (STOL) aircraft operated by organizations like Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) and Tropic Air. These flights are lifelines, bringing in essential supplies, medical aid, and providing the only viable transport link to the outside world in a region where roads are often non-existent or impassable. Travelers and aid workers arriving at FUM must be prepared for an environment with zero modern amenities.\n\nThere are no terminal buildings, refueling stations, or restrooms. Instead, the focus is on a basic community shelter where locals gather to meet arriving flights. It is a place of high social importance, where the arrival of a plane is a major event. Preparation is key; visitors must be entirely self-sufficient, carrying their own food, water, and communication equipment. The weather in Hela Province can change rapidly, with heavy mist and rain frequently closing the strip, so flexibility in scheduling is mandatory.\n\nThe experience of landing at Fuma is breathtaking, offering views of deep valleys and dense rainforest, but it requires the steady hand of experienced bush pilots. Engaging with the local community at the strip provides a unique insight into the resilient lifestyle of the Highland people. Always coordinate closely with your operator, as flight plans are highly dependent on weight limits and local conditions. The strip serves as a vital anchor for the remote population.",
  "country": "Papua New Guinea",
  "flag_url": "https://flagcdn.com/w320/pg.png",
  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Bus service to city center center available at this airport.",
    "Dining options available in terminal at this airport.",
    "Security is usually quick, but allow extra time during peak departures.",
    "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=Fuma+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "iataCode": "FUM",
  "icao": "AYFU",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -6.3933,
  "layover_planner_info": "Remote highland airstrip with minimal shelter; all logistics must be arranged via local Fuma community contacts.",
  "longitude": 142.4408,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 110,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 75,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your charter coordinator or the MAF booking office in Mt. Hagen via radio for assistance with rebooking.",
  "name": "Fuma Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "HGU",
      "name": "Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "GUV",
      "name": "Mougulu Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "HBD",
      "name": "Habi Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Fuma Airport (FUM) is a remote domestic airstrip serving the community of Fuma in the Hela Province of Papua New Guinea. Located in one of the most rugged and inaccessible regions of the country, 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 road infrastructure is non-existent and travel between villages often requires days of walking through dense tropical rainforest.\n\nThe terminal infrastructure at Fuma is extremely rudimentary, characteristic of the isolated bush airfields found throughout the PNG highlands. There is no formal passenger building; instead, a simple open-air shelter or community gathering point near the grass runway serves as the reception and processing area. Amenities are virtually non-existent, with no commercial retail shops, dining facilities, or public restrooms dedicated solely to the airport site. All passenger processing, manifest checks, and cargo weighing are managed manually by the pilots or local village agents directly on the airfield surface.\n\nFlight operations are predominantly conducted by Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) and specialized charter operators like Tropic Air, which utilize STOL (Short Take-off and Landing) aircraft to navigate the demanding terrain. The airstrip connects Fuma with regional hubs such as Mount Hagen (HGU) 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 seasonal monsoons. Travelers are strongly advised to coordinate their arrival with local mission organizations or community leaders well in advance to ensure landing support and basic assistance.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hela_Province"
}