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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Pikeville"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "American 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"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "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",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Pikeville",
  "code": "PVL",
  "connection_tips": "Pike County Airport (PVL), also known as Hatcher Field, serves the city of Pikeville and the coalfields of eastern Kentucky. It handles NO scheduled commercial airline passenger flights but is a premier hub for corporate jets and private pilots. Ground transport is limited; car rentals can be pre-arranged for delivery from town (approx.\n\nThe county field is close enough to Pikeville to serve business, medical, and general-aviation traffic without pretending to be a commercial hub. That makes the road transfer simple and the airport genuinely useful to the local hills. The airport exists to keep the county connected without any big-terminal drama.\n\nPike County's airport is a small Kentucky field built for local utility, charter, and the sort of aviation that serves the county seat and the surrounding hills. The useful transfer is a road into town or the nearby business district, because the airport is there to shorten the trip rather than replace the road network. That makes the airport useful for Pikeville business trips and medical visits, with the road transfer doing the last mile into town and the surrounding coalfield communities. For visitors, that usually means the airport is a convenient foothills access point rather than a full commercial transfer center.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Use PVL for private flights to reach the Eastern KY energy hubs quickly.",
    "Pre-arrange your rental car for pickup at the main terminal desk.",
    "The airport is only 15 minutes from the Eastern Kentucky Expo Center.",
    "Ideal for private pilots exploring the scenic breaks of the Sandy River.",
    "Free on-site parking is available for GA travelers."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Pike+County+Airport+Hatcher+Field",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
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  "iataCode": "PVL",
  "icao": "KPBX",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 37.560795,
  "layover_planner_info": "Pikeville center is reachable by local transport.",
  "longitude": -82.570051,
  "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": "Seek assistance at airline service desks for missed connections.",
  "name": "Pike County Airport Hatcher Field",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "HTS",
      "name": "Tri-State Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "LNP",
      "name": "Lonesome Pine Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Pike County Airport (PVL), also known as Hatcher Field, is a primary general aviation and corporate hub serving the mountain region of eastern Kentucky, located approximately 6 miles northwest of Pikeville. The airport operates through a functional passenger terminal and administration building that serves as the central hub for private pilots, executive charters, and essential air medical services. It acts as a critical infrastructure link for the regional economy, providing a professional base for flight operations managed directly by the Pikeville/Pike County Airport Board.\n\nThe terminal infrastructure provides a variety of essential amenities for travelers and flight crews, including a comfortable passenger waiting area and dedicated administrative spaces for flight coordination. The facility operates as its own Fixed-Base Operator (FBO), offering specialized services such as computerized flight planning kiosks and on-site concierge assistance for local lodging and dining. While the building lacks a full-service restaurant, its compact and high-efficiency layout ensures a professional environment for both local commuters and business travelers transitioning to the region's diverse energy and healthcare sectors.\n\nTechnical services at the field are comprehensive, featuring 24-hour self-service fueling for 100LL Avgas and Jet A fuel via a secure credit card system. The airport features a substantial 5,350-foot primary asphalt runway (09/27) situated at an elevation of 1,473 feet, capable of handling a wide variety of business jets and regional aircraft. Ground transportation is well-supported by pre-arranged rental services and local taxi links, providing a quick 15-minute connection to the city's main districts and the nearby University of Pikeville campus.",
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}