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    "addressCountry": "United States",
    "addressLocality": "Homestead"
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    "Air Force Reserve"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Homestead",
  "code": "HST",
  "connection_tips": "As a restricted military installation, Homestead Air Reserve Base does not offer connections for civilian commercial air travel. All transit through HST is limited to authorized Department of Defense personnel, government contractors, and occasional diplomatic flights. For authorized personnel arriving at HST on military transport and needing to connect to a commercial flight, the process involves a significant ground transfer to either Miami International Airport (MIA), located approximately 30 miles north, or Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), about 55 miles north. It is imperative to pre-arrange official ground transportation or utilize a local taxi service for this transfer.\n\nA minimum connection time of 4 hours is strongly recommended for a domestic flight from MIA, and 5 hours for an international departure, to account for Miami traffic, security screening, and check-in procedures at the commercial terminal. There are no interline baggage agreements between military and commercial carriers, so all luggage must be manually collected and transported between the airports. For military personnel connecting between different military flights at HST, all transfers are coordinated internally through Base Operations and the Air Terminal Ground Handling (ATGH) office.\n\nThese transfers are subject to the specific mission manifest and do not follow standard civilian connection protocols. Communication with your unit's movement coordinator is essential for a smooth transit. It is critical for the general public to understand that HST is not an alternative to MIA or FLL, and attempting to access the base for commercial travel is strictly prohibited and will result in being turned away by military security.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Public access to the base is strictly prohibited without a valid military ID or pre-arranged...",
    "The 'Wings Over Homestead' air show is the primary opportunity for the public to visit the...",
    "Be aware that the airspace around HST is highly controlled; general aviation pilots must...",
    "The base is a major coordination point for hurricane relief efforts; during storm seasons,...",
    "Authorized personnel should confirm the availability of base transportation services in advance,..."
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  "iataCode": "HST",
  "icao": "KHST",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 25.49,
  "layover_planner_info": "There are no public layover facilities at the base. Authorized personnel have access to military lodging and dining facilities on-site. For civilian travelers in the region, the city of Homestead offers a variety of hotels and restaurants just a few miles from the base perimeter.",
  "longitude": -80.38,
  "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": "Authorized travelers who experience delays with military transport should report immediately to the Base Operations desk or the Air Terminal Ground Handling (ATGH) office. Civilian travelers who find themselves in the area due to an emergency or diversion should contact the base security forces for guidance on exiting the restricted zone and reaching nearby commercial transport hubs.",
  "name": "Homestead Air Reserve Base",
  "region": "North America",
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    {
      "code": "MIA",
      "name": "Miami International Airport"
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  "terminal_info": "Homestead Air Reserve Base (HST) is a restricted military aviation facility located in southern Florida, approximately 25 miles south of Miami. As a primary installation for the Air Force Reserve Command, the base does not operate a traditional commercial passenger terminal for the general public. Instead, its 'terminal' infrastructure consists of Base Operations and specialized transit facilities designed to support military personnel, government-contracted flights, and heavy logistical operations.\n\nFacilities at the base are strictly tailored to military requirements and are not accessible to civilian travelers without specific authorization. The infrastructure includes a massive 11,202-foot asphalt runway (06/24) capable of handling the largest aircraft in the U.S. military inventory, including the C-5 Galaxy and various fighter wings. Base Operations provides essential support for transient military crews, including flight planning, rest areas, and refueling services. The base is also a critical node for the 482nd Fighter Wing, which operates F-16 Falcon aircraft from this location.\n\nNavigating the base is subject to stringent security protocols, and all personnel must clear designated checkpoints before entering the airfield environment. While there are no commercial retail or dining amenities for the public, the base features a variety of support services for stationed personnel and their families. Its proximity to the Everglades and the Florida Keys makes it a strategically vital outpost for regional security and disaster response operations in the southeastern United States. Public access is generally limited to specific events such as the biennial 'Wings Over Homestead' air show.",
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