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    "addressCountry": "India",
    "addressLocality": "Neyveli"
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    "Private / Charter"
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      "value": "45 minutes"
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  "city": "Neyveli",
  "code": "NVY",
  "connection_tips": "Neyveli Airport (NVY) is a specialized private aviation facility in Tamil Nadu, India, owned and operated by NLC India Limited (formerly Neyveli Lignite Corporation). For travelers, it is vital to recognize that NVY primarily serves the logistical needs of the massive Neyveli open-cast lignite mines and the associated thermal power stations; therefore, the airport handles corporate charters, government officials, and technical experts rather than regularly scheduled commercial airline passengers. If you are arriving at NVY via a sanctioned company flight, ground transportation into the Neyveli Township or the industrial zones is managed through pre-arranged NLC shuttle services or private staff vehicles. A critical tip for all visitors: because the airport is located within a sensitive industrial complex, you must have all necessary entry permits and security clearances secured through your host department well before arrival.\n\nFor travelers requiring commercial airline connections, the nearest public hubs are Pondicherry Airport (PNY), located approximately 65 kilometers (1.5 hours) to the northeast, or Chennai International Airport (MAA), which is roughly 200 kilometers (4 to 5 hours) away by road. The Neyveli railway station is located near the township and offers regular rail links to Chennai, providing a reliable alternative for those not using private air transport. The terminal facilities at NVY are minimalist and utilitarian, focusing on professional needs with a simple waiting lounge and administrative desk; there are no public dining or retail outlets on-site, so travelers should arrange for meals in the township. Arriving at the airfield at least 60 minutes before a charter departure is recommended to manage the manual security and manifest checks. Always verify the current operational status of the strip, as it is occasionally used for regional air-link trials but remains primarily a dedicated industrial asset. Neyveli Airport provides a professional and highly secure entrance to one of India's most significant energy hubs, ensuring that the critical infrastructure of central Tamil Nadu remains connected to the national capitals.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "No commercial service; fly to Pondicherry (PNY) or Chennai (MAA).",
    "Coordinate all ground transport directly with NLC logistics.",
    "Strictly industrial base; do not attempt to visit without clearance.",
    "The nearest railway station is Neyveli, offering links to Chennai.",
    "No public terminal services exist for civilian passengers."
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  "iataCode": "NVY",
  "icao": "VONV",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 11.613,
  "layover_planner_info": "No facilities available; the terminal is for immediate arrival and departure only. Neyveli Township offers full services nearby.",
  "longitude": 79.5274,
  "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 the NLC administrative office for assistance with any schedule changes.",
  "name": "Neyveli Airport",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "MAA",
      "name": "Chennai International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "PNY",
      "name": "Pondicherry Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "TJV",
      "name": "Thanjavur Air Force Station"
    }
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  "terminal_info": "Neyveli Airport (NVY) is a regional facility serving the industrial city of Neyveli and the Cuddalore district in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. The terminal is a functional building owned and operated by NLC India Limited (formerly Neyveli Lignite Corporation), primarily handling domestic flights, corporate aviation, and private charters. it is a critical air link for the local community and for the vital energy and mining sectors of southern India.\n\nInside the terminal, facilities are tailored for industrial and business use, featuring a waiting lounge, check-in counters for regional services, and administrative offices for airport management. While there are no substantial dedicated airport retail or dining options on-site, travelers can find all necessary services in the nearby Neyveli Township. The airport plays an essential role in the regional economy, supporting the operations of one of India's largest power and mining complexes and providing access for senior officials and technical experts.\n\nGround transportation from the airport to Neyveli city center and the NLC industrial zones is readily available via local taxis and company-provided shuttle services. The airport's location in the heart of the lignite mining region offers travelers unique views of the surrounding open-cast mines and the extensive industrial infrastructure during arrival and departure. It remains an essential infrastructure point for the connectivity and development of central Tamil Nadu, ensuring that this important energy hub remains accessible by air.",
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