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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Democratic Republic of the Congo",
    "addressLocality": "N'Kolo-Fuma"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Congo Airways (Charter)",
    "Private / Charter"
  ],
  "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"
    }
  ],
  "city": "N'Kolo-Fuma",
  "code": "NKL",
  "connection_tips": "N'Kolo-Fuma Airport (NKL) is the kind of Congolese airstrip where the runway matters more than the terminal and the receiving contact matters more than either. The airport is useful because it gets you into a hard-to-serve area, but the local handoff has to be part of the same plan from the outset and confirmed before departure by the people receiving you on site. Bring essentials, keep local numbers accessible offline, and assume the airport will provide little more than a place to land and depart.\n\nIf you are flying here, the sensible assumption is that a local organization, mission, business contact, or family connection has already arranged who meets you and how you move onward. That also means self-sufficiency and patience are part of the connection strategy. NKL works best as a pre-arranged access point into Kongo Central, not as an airport where thin planning can be repaired on the ground after arrival or delay\n\nThere is no normal commercial passenger environment waiting outside, and travelers should not expect dependable walk-up transport or backup services after arrival. Weather, runway condition, aircraft availability, and communications can all shift small-airstrip operations in western DRC, so tight onward commitments are a bad idea.",
  "country": "Democratic Republic of the Congo",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Coordinate pickup with your local contact; no taxis wait on-site.",
    "The grass runway is highly sensitive to tropical rain build-up.",
    "Bring all personal supplies; there are zero services at the strip.",
    "Carry a satellite phone; cellular coverage is limited.",
    "Verify flight status via radio or satellite phone before departure."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=N'Kolo-Fuma+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
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  "iataCode": "NKL",
  "icao": "FZAR",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -5.421,
  "layover_planner_info": "No facilities available; the terminal is for immediate arrival and departure only.",
  "longitude": 14.8169,
  "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 flight operator or the regional administrative office for assistance with any schedule changes.",
  "name": "N'Kolo-Fuma Airport",
  "region": "Africa",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "FIH",
      "name": "N'Djili Airport (Kinshasa)"
    },
    {
      "code": "LZI",
      "name": "Luozi Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "NLO",
      "name": "Ndolo Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "N'Kolo-Fuma Airport (NKL) is a regional facility serving the town of N'Kolo-Fuma in the Kongo Central Province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The terminal is a simple, functional building that primarily handles domestic flights and private aviation operations. it is a critical air link for the local community, supporting regional administration and the transport of essential goods in this western part of the country.\n\nInside the terminal, facilities are basic, featuring standard regional airport amenities such as check-in counters and a small waiting area. There are no substantial retail or dining options on-site, so travelers are encouraged to bring their own refreshments. The airport plays a vital role in the regional economy, supporting the local agricultural and commercial sectors and providing access for essential services, including medical evacuations.\n\nGround transportation from the airport to N'Kolo-Fuma town center is typically managed via local motorcycles or pre-arranged private vehicles. The airport's location in the tropical landscapes of western Congo offers travelers unique views of the surrounding hills and riverine systems during arrival and departure. It remains an essential infrastructure point for the connectivity and resilience of the N'Kolo-Fuma community, ensuring that this part of the country remains accessible by air.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/FZAR/N-Kolo-Airport"
}