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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Angola",
    "addressLocality": "Chitato"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "TAAG Angola Airlines"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
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  "city": "Chitato",
  "code": "PGI",
  "connection_tips": "Chitato Airport (PGI) serves the city of Dundo in the Lunda Norte province of Angola. It handles regular domestic flights from Luanda (LAD) via TAAG and regional carriers. Located 3 kilometers northwest of the city, ground transport is primarily via local taxis which meet all scheduled arrivals Chitato is useful because it shortens the journey into Dundo, but the mining corridor still shapes the ground transfer more than the airline schedule does.\n\nNegotiate the fare upfront (approx. 1,000-2,000 AOA). A significant tip: Chitato is a major hub for the regional diamond mining industry; for those heading to secure mine sites, pre-arranged company shuttles are the only reliable option. The terminal is functional but basic. Arrive 2 hours early for domestic departures due to thorough security screenings.\n\nFacilities include a small waiting area and basic refreshments. Ensure you have handled all banking in Luanda Most visitors carry their own banking plan from Luanda and head straight into a company car or hotel pickup, since the terminal is built around industry rather than casual tourism. In practice, the bank or supply stop in Luanda is what keeps the Dundo connection workable, because the local terminal is built for arrivals, not for solving logistics on the spot.",
  "country": "Angola",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Ground transport: Taxis to town center are reliable and take only 10 minutes.",
    "Confirm flight status 24 hours prior; schedules can be fluid.",
    "The airport is a gateway for the regional forestry and mining sectors.",
    "Expect manual manifest checks and thorough security procedures.",
    "Financial tip: Carry cash (AOA) for all local transport and terminal fees."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "PGI",
  "icao": "FNCH",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": -7.3588900566,
  "layover_planner_info": "Consider exploring Chitato if you have a long layover.",
  "longitude": 20.8047008514,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 110,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your airline's service desk for assistance with rebooking.",
  "name": "Chitato Airport",
  "region": "Africa",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "LAD",
      "name": "Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "NZA",
      "name": "Nzagi Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "VHC",
      "name": "Saurimo Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Chitato Airport (PGI), designated by the ICAO as FNCH, is a regional aviation facility serving the municipality of Chitato and the nearby city of Dundo in the Lunda Norte Province of northeastern Angola. The airport operates from a single, functional passenger terminal building designed primarily to facilitate domestic regional travel and specialized charter flights supporting the region's significant diamond mining industry. It acts as a vital infrastructure link, connecting this remote border region to the national capital hub of Luanda.\n\nThe terminal infrastructure provides basic essential services for travelers, featuring a simple waiting area and dedicated check-in counters for regional carriers like TAAG Angola Airlines. While the facility lacks large-scale commercial retail and dining options, it provides a sheltered environment for passengers and administrative support for flight crews. Travelers are advised to handle significant financial and dining needs in the Dundo city center, located approximately 2 miles (3 km) to the southeast, as on-site amenities for the public are limited.\n\nOperationally, the airport features a single 5,879-foot (1,792m) asphalt runway (13/31) and is equipped with non-directional beacons (NDB) to support regional navigation. The IATA code 'PGI' is historically derived from the town's colonial-era name, Portugal\u00eda. While much of the province's major commercial traffic has recently transitioned to the newer and larger Dundo Airport (DUE), Chitato remains an important base for private aviation, government transport, and emergency services in the Lunda Norte region.",
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