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  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Brazil",
    "addressLocality": "Mina\u00e7u"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "LATAM Brasil"
  ],
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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"
    },
    {
      "@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": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Mina\u00e7u",
  "code": "MQH",
  "connection_tips": "Mina\u00e7u Airport (MQH), officially designated as Jos\u00e9 Caires de Oliveira Airport, is a vital regional aviation facility serving the city of Mina\u00e7u and the northern state of Goi\u00e1s, Brazil. The facility primarily facilitates private charters, general aviation, and corporate logistics for the region's significant mining and energy sectors\u2014notably the SAMA chrysotile mine and the Cana Brava and Serra da Mesa hydroelectric plants. For most travelers, local taxi services can be called from the Mina\u00e7u town center; a typical 10 to 15-minute ride to major city hotels costs roughly 30 to 50 BRL. The national capital, Bras\u00edlia (BSB), is situated approximately 500 kilometers to the south and is accessible via a 7 to 8-hour drive or regional bus link. Always carry sufficient Brazilian Reais (BRL) in cash for all local transactions, as electronic payment options are not operational in the immediate airport vicinity.\n\nLocated approximately 6 kilometers from the city center, getting to and from the terminal is relatively straightforward but requires careful advance planning. Ground transportation from the terminal is fundamentally informal and must be pre-arranged. It is highly recommended to coordinate your pickup with your local contact or host organization at least 24 hours in advance. The terminal facilities are minimalist and professionally maintained, offering basic waiting areas and administrative services, but it lacks standard commercial amenities like cafes, retail shops, or ATMs.\n\nIt is critical for travelers to understand that the airport currently hosts no regularly scheduled commercial airline passenger services directly to major national hubs. There are absolutely no formal taxi ranks or municipal bus services stationed directly at the terminal area. For those who choose to travel by land, the primary 'connection' involves a multi-hour overland journey to larger aviation centers. Travelers must be entirely self-sufficient, carrying their own food and drinking water.",
  "country": "Brazil",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "No commercial service; fly to Bras\u00edlia (BSB) and take a regional bus.",
    "Pre-arrange a taxi pickup from Mina\u00e7u town; none wait at the strip.",
    "The airport is located just 10 minutes from the town center.",
    "Bring all food and water; terminal amenities are non-existent.",
    "Ground transport: Ideal for business travel to the nearby Cana Brava Dam.",
    "MQH mainly serves Mina\u00e7u's dam and mining traffic, not passenger-facing amenities.",
    "Arrange your pickup before arrival instead of relying on airport services."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Mina\u00e7u+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
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  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=BRL",
  "iataCode": "MQH",
  "icao": "SBMC",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -13.5491,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; arrange layover needs in advance.",
  "longitude": -48.195301,
  "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": "Mina\u00e7u Airport",
  "region": "South America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "BSB",
      "name": "Bras\u00edlia International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "NQL",
      "name": "Niquel\u00e2ndia Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Mina\u00e7u Airport (MQH), officially designated as Jos\u00e9 Caires de Oliveira Airport, is a vital municipal aviation facility situated approximately 6 kilometers from the city center of Mina\u00e7u in the northern state of Goi\u00e1s, Brazil. The airport serves as a critical logistical node for the region's industrial sector, primarily supporting the operations of the SAMA mining company\u2014the world's third-largest chrysotile asbestos mine\u2014and the technical staff managing the nearby Cana Brava and Serra da Mesa hydroelectric plants. Its strategic location makes it an essential entry point for business executives, government officials, and specialized contractors who drive the local economy.\n\nThe passenger terminal is a modest, single-story structure designed for efficiency and functional use rather than high-volume commercial traffic. Inside, the facility offers basic amenities for travelers and pilots, including a small waiting area and administrative offices for airport management. While the airport has historically hosted scheduled regional flights, its current operational focus is on general aviation, private charters, and executive transport. The technical infrastructure includes a 1,340-meter asphalt runway equipped with low-intensity lighting, allowing for limited night operations and the accommodation of light to medium-sized turboprop aircraft.\n\nGround transportation to and from Mina\u00e7u is primarily managed through local taxi services and private vehicle arrangements, with the commute to the city's main hotels and business districts taking approximately 10 to 15 minutes. The airport maintains a professional environment for pilots, featuring a staging area for flight planning and basic aircraft handling. Visitors are advised to coordinate their arrivals with local contacts or charter operators, as there are currently no regularly scheduled commercial airline services operating out of the facility. The airport remains a symbols of the city's integration into the national industrial network, providing a high-speed alternative to the lengthy road journeys across the Goi\u00e1s plateau.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/SBMC/Mina\u00e7u-Airport"
}