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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Panama",
    "addressLocality": "Jaqu\u00e9"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Air Panama",
    "Aero Albrook",
    "Charter operators"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
    {
      "@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"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Jaqu\u00e9",
  "code": "JQE",
  "connection_tips": "Jaqu\u00e9 Airport (JQE) is an vital and exceptionally remote regional aviation facility located on the Pacific coast of Panama\u2019s Dari\u00e9n Province, situated near the strategic international border with Colombia. For travelers, the most important connection tip is recognizing its status as a critical lifeline; in a region where road access is completely non-existent due to the dense rainforest of the Dari\u00e9n Gap, JQE acts as the primary link for regional administration and emergency services. Commercial service is characterized by domestic charters provided by carriers like Air Panama or Aero Albrook, connecting Jaqu\u00e9 to Panama City\u2019s Albrook Airport (PAC). The airfield features a well-maintained concrete runway, but operations are strictly restricted to daylight hours under Visual Flight Rules (VFR).\n\nA significant operational factor is the tropical climate; heavy monsoon rains and low cloud cover frequently lead to sudden flight delays or cancellations. Consequently, travelers should build significant flexibility into their itineraries and carry ample food, potable water, and essential supplies, as the 'terminal' consists only of a basic open-air shelter with no commercial amenities. Ground transportation into the Jaqu\u00e9 township is informal and typically relies on pre-arranged motorized boats or 4x4 vehicles, as the Jaqu\u00e9 River must be crossed to reach certain parts of the settlement.\n\nArriving at the airfield at least 2 hours before your departure is recommended to navigate the manual check-in process. Always confirm your flight manifest and local site permissions well in advance. Given its specialized role, JQE remains a basic but indispensable node in Panama\u2019s remote infrastructure.",
  "country": "Panama",
  "flag_url": "https://flagcdn.com/w320/pa.png",
  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PAB",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check ahead for weather and charter timing.",
    "Jaque serves a remote Dari\u00e9n community in Panama.",
    "It mainly handles small charter and mission flights.",
    "Road access is limited, so air travel matters.",
    "Use local contacts to confirm pickup plans."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Jaqu\u00e9+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PAB",
  "iataCode": "JQE",
  "icao": "MPJE",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 7.51778,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": -78.157204,
  "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": "Contact airline service desk for missed connections.",
  "name": "Jaqu\u00e9 Airport",
  "region": "Central America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "PTY",
      "name": "Tocumen International"
    },
    {
      "code": "BFQ",
      "name": "Bah\u00eda Pi\u00f1a Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Jaqu\u00e9 Airport (JQE), also known by its ICAO code MPJE, is a small public airfield serving the coastal town of Jaqu\u00e9 in the Dari\u00e9n Province of Panama. Located near the border with Colombia on the Pacific coast, this airport provides a critical transport link for a region that is largely inaccessible by road. The airfield is primarily used for general aviation, government logistics, and occasional regional charters connecting the remote community to the rest of the country.\n\nThe airport infrastructure is basic, consisting of a single runway and minimal terminal facilities. There are no large-scale commercial buildings; instead, the facility reflects its role as a remote regional outpost. Travelers can expect simple check-in and security procedures, often handled in a multi-purpose area near the runway. Due to the airport's location in the dense tropical environment of the Dari\u00e9n Gap, flight operations are heavily dependent on weather conditions and are strictly limited to daylight hours under visual flight rules.\n\nWhile regularly scheduled commercial services have historically been provided by Air Panama connecting to Panama City, current operations are often limited to unscheduled or charter-based flights. Passengers planning to use Jaqu\u00e9 Airport should verify their flight status directly with regional carriers or local charter companies well in advance. The terminal lacks modern amenities such as shops, restaurants, or ATMs, so travelers are advised to bring their own supplies and arrange all ground logistics before arriving in this isolated but ecologically significant part of Panama.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/MPJE/Jaqu\u00e9-Airport"
}