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  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Papua New Guinea",
    "addressLocality": "Habi"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Missionary Aviation Fellowship",
    "Various regional charter carriers"
  ],
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      "@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"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "0 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Habi",
  "code": "HBD",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through Habi Airport requires meticulous planning and a flexible schedule. As a remote airstrip with no scheduled commercial services, all flights are chartered, primarily linking to regional hubs like Mount Hagen (HGU) or Kiunga (UNG). Traditional connections do not exist; you must manage your own logistics and coordinate directly with your charter operator. There are no automated systems or ground staff to assist with transfers, so maintaining clear communication with your pilot or organization is vital for a successful journey. The Western Province is characterized by heavy tropical rain, which can quickly make the 600-meter grass runway unusable.\n\nIf you have an onward international flight from Port Moresby, allow a buffer of at least 48 hours to account for potential weather-related delays. Ensure your travel insurance explicitly covers remote area disruptions and emergency medical evacuations. Carrying a satellite phone is mandatory for safety, as local mobile network reliability is non-existent in many parts of the province. Ground transportation at Habi is limited to local footpaths.\n\nThere are no roads, taxis, or rental agencies at the terminal. Most travelers are met by local guides or host organizations. If you have a wait between flights, the basic terminal shelter provides a safe place to rest, but you must be self-sufficient with food, water, and medical supplies, as the airport offers no commercial facilities. Despite the challenges, Habi remains a critical link for the community, offering an authentic glimpse of the Papua New Guinea frontier.",
  "country": "Papua New Guinea",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Habi is a remote regional airstrip; all travel must be pre-arranged via private charter.",
    "Allow a 48-hour buffer for any onward connections from larger hubs like Port Moresby.",
    "No facilities - bring all food, water, medical supplies for better experience.",
    "Ground transport is limited to footpaths; pre-arrange your pickup with a local contact.",
    "The airport is in the Western Province; follow all local administrative and security instructions."
  ],
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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
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  "iataCode": "HBD",
  "icao": "AYHB",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -6.32,
  "layover_planner_info": "Nearby amenities are minimal; plan transportation and lodging ahead.",
  "longitude": 142.4893,
  "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 your airline representative or information desk for assistance.",
  "name": "Habi Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "FUM",
      "name": "Fuma Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "GUV",
      "name": "Mougulu Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Habi Airport (HBD) is a remote and vital aviation outpost located in the Western Province of Papua New Guinea. Situated at an elevation of approximately 990 feet above sea level, the airstrip serves as a critical lifeline for the isolated community of Habi and the surrounding rural settlements. In a region dominated by dense tropical rainforests and limited road infrastructure, air travel is often the only viable means of transporting essential goods, medical supplies, and local produce. The airport plays an indispensable role in maintaining connectivity for the people of Western Province, providing a link to larger regional centers and government services.\n\nThe \"terminal\" at Habi is best described as a basic, multi-purpose shelter designed to provide temporary shade and protection from the tropical climate. Reflecting the raw and practical nature of aviation in the Papua New Guinea interior, the facility consists of a simple open-air structure near the edge of the 600-meter grass and clay runway. There are no formal check-in counters, baggage carousels, or security screening areas as seen in urban airports. Instead, ground operations are managed manually by local villagers and charter pilots who coordinate the loading of small STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) aircraft in a collaborative and informal manner.\n\nFacilities at Habi Airport are extremely minimal, catering only to the basic logistical needs of light aircraft operations. There are no commercial retail shops, public restaurants, or modern restroom facilities within the immediate vicinity of the airstrip. Travelers are advised to be completely self-sufficient and to bring their own refreshments and essential supplies. Despite the lack of modern amenities, the arrival of an aircraft remains a significant social event for the Habi community, offering visitors a raw and authentic experience of one of the Pacific's most isolated frontiers, where the deep green of the jungle meets the cleared red clay of the runway.",
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}