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    "addressCountry": "Equatorial Guinea",
    "addressLocality": "M\u00e9douneu, Gabon"
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      "value": "45 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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  "city": "M\u00e9douneu, Gabon",
  "code": "MDV",
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  "connection_tips": "M\u00e9douneu Airport (MDV) is an exceptionally remote regional aviation facility in the Woleu-Ntem Province of northern Gabon, serving the town of M\u00e9douneu near the border with Equatorial Guinea. For international travelers, the journey requires first flying into Libreville and then taking a short 1-hour domestic flight to reach the interior. Ground transportation is highly informal, consisting primarily of local private vehicles or motorcycles for transit into the town center, which is located just a few kilometers from the strip. Before traveling to this part of Gabon, prepare for the extreme tropical climate. When connecting from M\u00e9douneu back to an international flight in Libreville, always allow for a multi-day buffer to account for the unpredictable nature of regional aviation.\n\nThe airport stands as a vital air link for this isolated region of the Crystal Mountains, which is often difficult to reach by road due to the challenging terrain and the state of the regional highways. Upon arrival at the M\u00e9douneu airstrip, expect extremely basic infrastructure. Most visitors coordinate a pickup through their local host or a specialized administrative contact. The regional environment is humid and volatile year-round, with heavy rain and localized mountain fog that can lead to sudden flight groundings. MDV provide a professional and remarkably direct entry point for those seeking the ultimate authentic adventure in the northern interior.\n\nIt primarily handles domestic flights operated by regional carriers and specialized air taxis, connecting M\u00e9douneu to the national hub at Libreville (LBV). The airfield features a single unpaved runway and lacks a formal terminal building, commercial dining, or retail services. Arriving 45 to 60 minutes before departures is standard for these regional hops. Travelers should ensure they have sufficient Central African CFA Francs (XAF) in cash, as international card systems and ATMs are non-existent in this part of the country. Ensure you have your yellow fever vaccination certificate ready, as it is mandatory for travel in Gabon.",
  "country": "Equatorial Guinea",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check latest schedules when connecting through M\u00e9douneu 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."
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  "iataCode": "MDV",
  "icao": "ZMDV",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 1.0085,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": 10.7552,
  "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": "M\u00e9douneu Airport",
  "region": "Unknown",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "GEM",
      "name": "President Obiang Nguema International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "OCS",
      "name": "Corisco International Airport"
    }
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  "terminal_info": "M\u00e9douneu Airport (MDV) serves the town of M\u00e9douneu and the northern forest regions of the Woleu-Ntem Province in Gabon, located near the border with Equatorial Guinea. The terminal is an extremely basic, single-story structure designed to support regional domestic flights and light aircraft operations that connect this remote community with larger hubs like Libreville and Oyem. It serves as a vital transport link for personnel, medical supplies, and local produce into the heart of the Gabonese interior, where road access is frequently restricted by dense forest and seasonal weather.\n\nThe terminal experience at M\u00e9douneu 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 heavy rains of the equatorial wet season.\n\nAmenities within the MDV 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 border setting emphasize the challenging nature of regional aviation in Gabon, where every flight represents an essential lifeline for the local M\u00e9douneu community and is critical for cross-border regional connectivity.",
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