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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "Papua New Guinea",
    "addressLocality": "Rabaraba"
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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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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Rabaraba",
  "code": "RBP",
  "connection_tips": "Rabaraba Airport (RBP) is a remote and essential aviation lifeline located in the Milne Bay Province of Papua New Guinea. This small grass-strip airfield serves as the primary gateway for the isolated community of Rabaraba, which is largely inaccessible by road due to the region\u2019s rugged coastal terrain and dense tropical forests. Travelers utilizing this facility should be aware that it primarily handles domestic charters and light aircraft, with scheduled commercial services often being infrequent or subject to request.\n\nThe 'terminal' is extremely basic, providing minimal shelter and no traditional passenger amenities such as Wi-Fi, cafes, or restrooms; it is imperative that you are fully self-sufficient and carry ample supplies of water and snacks. Ground transportation from the airstrip into the surrounding village or further along the coast is entirely informal and typically involves walking, pre-arranged pickups by local trucks, or traditional boat travel for those heading to neighboring coastal settlements. When planning a connection, particularly to Alotau (GUR) or Port Moresby (POM), it is crucial to allow a significant buffer in your travel schedule, as flights are highly sensitive to the region\u2019s volatile tropical weather; heavy rain and low visibility are frequent causes of sudden delays or cancellations.\n\nAll arrivals and departures must be coordinated through private charter operators or local village elders, as there is no official permanent staff based at the airfield. For those visiting for humanitarian or missionary work, ensuring that local hosts are informed of your flight schedule is the most effective way to secure a pickup. The airport's strategic importance as a link for medical evacuations and the delivery of essential supplies makes it a fundamental pillar of the local infrastructure, despite its modest facilities.",
  "country": "Papua New Guinea",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=PGK",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check schedules in advance as services may be limited.",
    "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.",
    "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport.",
    "Download your airline's mobile app for updates at this airport."
  ],
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    "total_reviews": 0
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  "iataCode": "RBP",
  "icao": "ZRBP",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": -9.97111111111,
  "layover_planner_info": "Amenities are limited; plan ground transportation ahead of time.",
  "longitude": 149.832222222,
  "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 for rebooking assistance.",
  "name": "Raba Raba Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "POM",
      "name": "Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "CVL",
      "name": "Cape Vogel Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "NWT",
      "name": "Nowata Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "WED",
      "name": "Wedau Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Raba Raba Airport (RBP) operates as a remote airstrip serving the coastal community of Rabaraba in Papua New Guinea's Milne Bay Province, strategically positioned on the northern coast of the Papua Peninsula where this essential aviation facility provides vital connectivity for one of PNG's most isolated coastal communities. The airport serves as a crucial transportation link for the region's fishing communities, government services, and cultural preservation efforts in this traditional Melanesian area with limited road infrastructure.\n\nTerminal facilities consist of basic aviation infrastructure appropriate for Papua New Guinea's challenging remote area operations, featuring minimal passenger processing areas and essential operational support designed to accommodate small aircraft serving isolated coastal communities. The facility's simple design reflects the practical requirements of providing reliable aviation services in a challenging tropical maritime environment where traditional transportation options are extremely limited.\n\nOperational characteristics focus exclusively on small aircraft operations including regional air taxi services, emergency medical evacuations, government transportation, and supply flights that provide essential connectivity for the scattered coastal communities throughout this remote region of Milne Bay Province. The airport becomes particularly vital during PNG's monsoon season when sea conditions make traditional boat transportation dangerous or impossible.\n\nStrategic importance extends beyond transportation to encompass the airport's role in supporting traditional Melanesian communities, facilitating access to healthcare and education services, and maintaining government connections for one of Papua New Guinea's most geographically isolated regions. The facility serves as an essential lifeline for emergency services, medical evacuations, and cultural exchange while supporting the preservation of traditional coastal lifestyles in this remote corner of the Pacific.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Raba+Raba+Airport"
}