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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Papua New Guinea",
    "addressLocality": "Masa"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Air Niugini"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
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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"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Masa",
  "code": "MBV",
  "connection_tips": "Masa Airport (MBV) is an exceptionally remote domestic airstrip located in the Morobe Province of Papua New Guinea. There is no regularly scheduled commercial airline service to MBV; access is almost exclusively via private charter flights operated by Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) or specialized bush pilot organizations originating from the regional hub at Lae (LAE). There are no formal terminal facilities, commercial services, or ATMs. Ground transport is limited to local footpaths and occasional private vehicles for transit between village settlements. Ensure you have sufficient PNG Kina (PGK) in small denominations before departing from a larger hub like Lae or Port Moresby (POM). The reward for the journey is access to one of the most culturally authentic and ecologically diverse parts of the PNG Highlands where traditional ways of life remain vibrant.\n\nServing the local rural communities and occasional mission or government flights, the airport features a challenging unpaved airstrip situated in the spectacular Finisterre Range. For travelers, the most critical tip is that PNG highlands aviation is highly weather-dependent; heavy tropical rains and intense mountain fog can lead to sudden flight cancellations that may last for several days. Travelers must be entirely self-sufficient, bringing their own food, water, and essential medical supplies. Visitors should be comfortable with very basic conditions and a high level of logistical self-reliance. The regional climate is temperate maritime, characterized by frequent rain and cool nights.\n\nIt primarily handles small turboprop aircraft like the De Havilland Twin Otter or Quest Kodiak. Upon arrival at MBV, expect extremely basic conditions. It is mandatory to have a pre-arranged local contact or mission host meet you at the strip, as there are no formal taxi or rental services in this part of the interior. Papua New Guinea is a cash-heavy society, and there are absolutely no banking facilities within hundreds of kilometers of Masa. When connecting from Masa back to an international flight in Port Moresby, always allow for a multi-day buffer to account for the unpredictable nature of highland aviation.",
  "country": "Papua New Guinea",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check latest schedules when connecting through Masa Airport.",
    "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.",
    "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport.",
    "Download your airline's mobile app for updates at this airport."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Masa+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
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  "iataCode": "MBV",
  "icao": "AYSX",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -6.345,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": 147.591,
  "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": "Masa Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "POM",
      "name": "Jacksons International"
    },
    {
      "code": "MPG",
      "name": "Makini Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "PDI",
      "name": "Pindiu Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SWE",
      "name": "Siwea Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SXA",
      "name": "Sialum Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Masa Airport (MBV) serves the community of Masa in the Morobe Province of Papua New Guinea, providing a vital aviation link for this rugged and mountainous region. The terminal facility is extremely basic, typically consisting of a small, single-story structure that handles the administrative and passenger needs for local domestic flights. It serves as a critical artery for the transport of personnel, medical supplies, and local produce into the heart of the New Guinea interior, where road access is frequently limited by the terrain.\n\nThe terminal experience at Masa is very simple and reflects its role as a practical logistical hub rather than a commercial passenger facility. Facilities are rudimentary, with manual processes for check-in and baggage handling, and waiting areas that offer only basic protection from the tropical elements. Activity at the airport is generally limited to daylight hours and is highly dependent on local weather conditions, which can frequently affect the unpaved or grass airstrip's operability, particularly during the rainy season.\n\nAmenities within the MBV terminal are almost non-existent, with no formal shops, restaurants, or modern telecommunications services available on-site. Travelers using this facility are typically local residents, humanitarian workers, or government officials who must arrive fully prepared with their own supplies and pre-arranged local transport. The airport's minimal infrastructure and remote setting emphasize the challenging nature of aviation in Papua New Guinea, where every flight represents an essential link for the local community and is critical for regional connectivity.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/AYSX/Masa-Airport"
}