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    "addressCountry": "Indonesia",
    "addressLocality": "Bandanaira"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Wings Air",
    "Susi Air (Charter)",
    "Private / Charter"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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      "value": "90 minutes"
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Bandanaira",
  "code": "NDA",
  "connection_tips": "Bandanaira Airport (NDA) is one of those rare airports where the transfer can be physically simple but operationally fragile. The real challenge is getting there on the day you planned, because air service to the Banda Islands is limited, small-aircraft based, and vulnerable to weather, payload restrictions, and knock-on delays out of Ambon or other upstream points. Bring a time buffer, carry essentials in your cabin baggage, and know your fallback sea option in case the aircraft does not go. NDA is best treated as a lifeline airstrip serving a historic island town, and a smooth connection depends less on terminal process than on realistic timing, light packing, and backup planning.\n\nThe airstrip is tiny, close to town, and for many visitors the onward trip is just a short walk or a brief ride by motorbike or local pickup to a guesthouse in Banda Neira. If you are staying at a dive resort or guesthouse, confirm pickup and baggage expectations before travel even though the final distance is short. On arrival, do not expect a full-service terminal, a bank, or broad transport choices; the island's appeal is exactly that it is small and direct.\n\nThat makes landside navigation easy once you are on the island. No one should build a Banda itinerary around the assumption that the flight will always operate exactly as scheduled. If you have heavy dive gear or boxes, ask in advance whether someone can meet you at the strip rather than trying to improvise with an ojek after landing.",
  "country": "Indonesia",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "The town center is only a 5-minute walk; no need for a car.",
    "Always build a 'buffer day' into your itinerary for Ambon connections.",
    "The flight offers incredible views of the Banda Api volcano - sit on the left.",
    "Listen for the island-wide siren - it means your plane is arriving.",
    "Check for Pelni ferry dates as a reliable backup to flight cancellations."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "NDA",
  "icao": "WAPC",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -4.5214,
  "layover_planner_info": "No facilities available; the terminal is for immediate arrival and departure only.",
  "longitude": 129.9054,
  "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 your airline's service desk at the terminal or their main office in Ambon for assistance with missed or delayed flights.",
  "name": "Bandanaira Airport",
  "region": "Southeast Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "AMQ",
      "name": "Pattimura Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Bandanaira Airport (NDA) is a critical regional facility serving the historic Banda Islands in the Maluku province of Indonesia. The terminal is a simple, functional building that primarily handles domestic flights operated by Wings Air and Susi Air, connecting this remote archipelago with the provincial capital, Ambon. it is an essential lifeline for the local community and for adventurous travelers visiting the world-famous Spice Islands, known for their production of nutmeg and mace and their spectacular diving and snorkeling sites.\n\nInside the terminal, facilities are basic, featuring standard Indonesian regional airport amenities such as a small waiting area and a check-in counter. There are no substantial retail or dining options on-site, so travelers are advised to ensure they have necessary items and water before arriving at the airport. The facility plays a vital role in the regional economy, supporting the agriculture, fishing, and developing tourism sectors on the Banda Islands and providing access for essential services, including medical evacuations and regional administration.\n\nGround transportation from the airport to Bandanaira town center and nearby guesthouses is typically managed via local motorcycles or pre-arranged pickup from local residents. The airport's location near the volcanic peak of Gunung Api offers travelers spectacular and unique views during arrival and departure. It remains a critical infrastructure point for the connectivity and resilience of the Banda community, ensuring that this remote and historically significant part of Indonesia remains accessible by air year-round under maritime weather conditions.",
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