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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Papua New Guinea",
    "addressLocality": "Gusap"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Unknown"
  ],
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      "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": "Gusap",
  "code": "GAP",
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  "connection_tips": "Gusap Airport (GAP) is a private aviation facility located in the Ramu Valley of Madang Province, Papua New Guinea. It serves as the primary operational hub for Ramu Agri Industries Ltd (RAIL), one of the country's largest agricultural enterprises. Because the airport is primarily used for crop-dusting operations and corporate shuttle flights for the sugar and oil palm plantations, there are no regularly scheduled commercial airline services for the general public. Access to Gusap is typically restricted to company personnel or those on official business with RAIL. For authorized travelers, the connection to Gusap is usually via charter aircraft from hubs like Lae (Nadzab) or Madang.\n\nIf you are visiting for business, the estate provides various satellite villages such as Dumpu and Surinam, which house staff and offer basic medical clinics and trade stores. Ground transportation within the vast plantation area is handled by company vehicles, and visitors should ensure their logistics are fully coordinated with RAIL management prior to arrival in PNG. A unique feature of Gusap is its rich World War II history. The area was a major Allied airbase during the Finisterre Range campaign.\n\nToday, a small \"mini-museum\" at the estate houses remarkably well-preserved relics, including Bren guns, aircraft cannons, and engines from downed Japanese \"Sally\" bombers. For history enthusiasts, a stop at this informal museum is a must. The environment is tropical and can be extremely hot during the day, with seasonal rains occasionally affecting the unsealed portions of the airfield. Always confirm your departure timing, as agricultural spraying operations often take priority for runway usage during the early morning hours.",
  "country": "Papua New Guinea",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check ahead for PNG charter timing and runway length.",
    "Gusap Airport serves the north Morobe Province of Papua New Guinea.",
    "It mainly supports mine charters and domestic turboprops.",
    "Expect a grass parking apron and minimal passenger comforts.",
    "Coordinate ground transport with your lodge or mine operator."
  ],
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    "recent_reviews": [],
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  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "iataCode": "GAP",
  "icao": "AYGP",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": -6.0532,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; plan ahead for meals and rest.",
  "longitude": 145.95905,
  "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": "Contact your airline representative for assistance.",
  "name": "Gusap Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "ABP",
      "name": "Atkamba Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "AYU",
      "name": "Aiyura Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BCP",
      "name": "Bambu Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Gusap Airport (GAP) is a vital general aviation facility located in the Morobe Province of Papua New Guinea, primarily serving the agricultural and industrial needs of the Ramu Valley. Situated at an elevation of 450 feet, the airport features an unpaved airstrip that is a crucial hub for the operations of Ramu Agri Industries, particularly for crop-dusting and the transport of equipment to the surrounding sugar and oil palm plantations. Its role is central to the regional economy, providing a specialized air link for a sector that relies heavily on aerial support for large-scale farming.\n\nThe infrastructure at Gusap consists of a basic terminal facility designed for operational efficiency rather than commercial passenger comfort. There are no scheduled commercial airline services, and the \"terminal\" primarily serves as a coordination point for private charter flights, cargo operations, and agricultural aviation crews. Facilities are minimal, typically including basic weather protection, administrative space for airfield management, and storage areas for agricultural chemicals and equipment. Travelers arriving via charter should expect a rugged, outdoor environment with no retail, dining, or standard terminal amenities.\n\nGround transportation from Gusap Airport is highly specialized and usually requires pre-arrangement with local industrial or agricultural operators. The airport is situated within the extensive plantation lands of the Ramu Valley, and most movement to and from the airstrip is conducted via private company vehicles or heavy industrial machinery. As a single-airstrip facility with no commercial transfers, there are no inter-terminal movements; all arrivals and departures are handled at the same landing site. Visitors are advised that access to the airfield is often restricted to authorized personnel involved in the valley's agricultural and mining activities.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gusap_Airport"
}