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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "New Orleans"
  },
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    "Private / Charter",
    "Southern Seaplane (Charter)",
    "Corporate Flight Services"
  ],
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      "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"
    },
    {
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      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "New Orleans",
  "code": "NEW",
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  "connection_tips": "New Orleans Lakefront Airport (NEW) is a general-aviation and charter airport, so the connection logic is completely different from MSY. The practical move is to have your rideshare, car service, rental, or pickup lined up with the FBO or operator rather than treating the airport like a commercial terminal with a big public arrivals stream. If your real destination is a cruise terminal, downtown hotel, or a meeting in the CBD, NEW can be very efficient, but only if the landside handoff is organized as precisely as the flight.\n\nIf you are arriving here, your flight is usually tied to a charter operator, private aircraft, FBO booking, or training movement, and the next step is almost always a simple ground ride into the city rather than another airline check-in. That also means you should plan around the FBO and the purpose of your flight. For weather or storm-season travel, keep in mind that Gulf Coast operations can shift quickly even when the city itself still looks open.\n\nDowntown New Orleans, the French Quarter, and many Marigny or Bywater addresses are relatively close by road, which is one reason NEW remains attractive for business and private aviation. Ask in advance which operator is handling your arrival, where exactly you will be dropped or met, and whether crew, catering, or baggage arrangements affect timing on the ground. NEW is best understood as a fast, elegant private-aviation gateway into New Orleans rather than as a fallback commercial airport.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Enjoy the historic Art Deco architecture and professional atmosphere of this unique hub.",
    "Verify your flight status with your pilot before heading to the airport.",
    "Dine at Messina's Runway Cafe for a great meal with a view of the airfield.",
    "Coordinate your ground transport or rental car pickup in advance.",
    "Explore the nearby New Orleans Lakefront for spectacular views of Lake Pontchartrain."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "NEW",
  "icao": "KNEW",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 30.0388,
  "layover_planner_info": "Historic terminal with a quality restaurant on-site. Downtown New Orleans and the French Quarter are a short drive away for longer stays.",
  "longitude": -90.0237,
  "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 private pilot or charter service provider for assistance with any schedule changes.",
  "name": "New Orleans Lakefront Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "MSY",
      "name": "Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BCS",
      "name": "Southern Seaplane Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "New Orleans Lakefront Airport (NEW) is a premier general aviation facility serving the city of New Orleans and the surrounding Gulf Coast region. The terminal is a stunning historic Art Deco building, often cited as one of the most beautiful airport terminals in the United States, and primarily caters to private pilots, corporate aviation, and flight training operations. it provides a high-quality and efficient alternative to the larger Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) for business and leisure travelers visiting the heart of the Big Easy.\n\nInside the terminal, passengers have access to exceptional amenities, including a beautifully restored waiting lobby, dedicated pilot lounges, and meeting rooms for corporate travelers. The airport is home to several high-end Fixed Base Operators (FBOs), flight schools, and aviation-related businesses, along with the popular 'Messina's Runway Cafe' located within the historic terminal. Its location on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain offers a spectacular and professional setting for both local and visiting aviators, reflecting the rich aviation history of New Orleans.\n\nGround transportation from the airport to downtown New Orleans and the French Quarter is excellent, with local taxis, rideshare services, and car rentals readily available from the terminal. The airport is conveniently situated near major road links and is just a short drive from the city's main historical and commercial areas. It remains a vital infrastructure point for the economic development and connectivity of the region, supporting both social and commercial aviation needs and fostering a vibrant local aviation culture in southern Louisiana.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.lakefrontairport.com/airport-info/terminal-map"
}