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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Philippines",
    "addressLocality": "Carles"
  },
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    "AirSWIFT"
  ],
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      "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": "Carles",
  "code": "ICO",
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  "connection_tips": "Sicogon Island Airport (ICO) is a premier private 'boutique' aviation facility serving the sustainable tourism estate of Sicogon in the Western Visayas, Philippines. For travelers, a critical connection tip is understanding that ICO is a specialized gateway exclusively managed by AirSWIFT, providing essential scheduled links to Manila (NAIA). These flights typically take approximately 70 minutes, offering a rapid and scenic alternative to the multi-modal road and boat journeys required from Iloilo or Roxas City. The 'terminal' is a unique open-air structure designed to harmonize with the tropical landscape, offering minimalist but efficient check-in and waiting areas; there are no retail shops or dining facilities on-site, so visitors should source all essential supplies in Manila before departure.\n\nGround transportation is well-coordinated via pre-arranged resort shuttles and safari-style vehicles that transport guests the short 3-minute journey to premier accommodations like Huni Sicogon and Balay Kogon. Arriving at the airstrip at least 2 hours before your departure is recommended to comfortably navigate the manual check-in process and baggage weighing. It is essential to adhere to strict luggage weight limits, as the regional turboprops utilized are highly performance-sensitive.\n\nA significant operational factor is the tropical climate; the airfield operates strictly during daylight hours and can occasionally be impacted by seasonal monsoon rains. Always confirm your flight status directly with AirSWIFT 24 hours in advance. ICO remains a professional, relaxed, and highly attractive entry point for exploring the pristine Gigantes Group of Islands.",
  "country": "Philippines",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "AirSWIFT is the only operator to NAIA; pack light because turboprops enforce strict baggage limits.",
    "ICO's open-air terminal lacks retail or dining; stock up on essentials in Manila before departure.",
    "For the 70-minute hop, arrive two hours early to handle manual check-in and bag weighing.",
    "Pre-arranged resort shuttles cover the short ride to Huni Sicogon, Balay Kogon, and other hotels.",
    "Tropical monsoon rains close the strip at night; confirm your AirSWIFT status about 24 hours ahead."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Sicogon+Airstrip",
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  "iataCode": "ICO",
  "icao": "ZICO",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-31",
  "latitude": 11.4595,
  "layover_planner_info": "Plan ahead for transport and accommodations.",
  "longitude": 123.2506,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 0,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your airline for assistance.",
  "name": "Sicogon Airstrip",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "RXS",
      "name": "Roxas Airport"
    }
  ],
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  "terminal_info": "Sicogon Island Airport, identified by the IATA code ICO, is a specialized private aviation facility serving Sicogon Island in the municipality of Carles, Iloilo, Philippines. Re-established as part of a major sustainable tourism redevelopment project by Ayala Land, the airport serves as the primary gateway for high-end travelers visiting the island's premier resorts, including Balay Kogon and Huni Sicogon. Its presence is fundamental to the region's strategy of becoming a world-class tourism estate and a critical link for exploring the nearby Gigantes Group of Islands.\n\nThe airport features a single, compact passenger terminal designed to efficiently manage domestic arrivals and departures in a relaxed island setting. While the facility is modest in scale, it provides essential traveler amenities including a sheltered waiting lounge, centralized check-in area, and basic baggage handling services. The terminal's architecture is designed to harmonize with the tropical landscape, offering a welcoming environment for guests transitioning from the national capital. Technical infrastructure is tailored for regional turboprop aircraft, which are the primary vessels used to navigate the inter-island routes between the Visayas and Manila.\n\nFlight operations at Sicogon are exclusively managed by AirSWIFT, a boutique carrier that maintains regular scheduled connections to Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport. These flights, typically taking approximately 70 minutes, are essential for the island's logistical model, offering a rapid alternative to the longer multi-modal boat and road transits from other regional hubs. Ground transportation from the airstrip is well-coordinated, with resort shuttles and specialized safari-style vehicles providing efficient access to the island's various hotel zones and seaside activities. The facility remains a cornerstone of the Western Visayas tourism infrastructure, ensuring that the pristine beaches and turquoise lagoons of Sicogon remain globally accessible.",
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}