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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Safford"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
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    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
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      "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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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Safford",
  "code": "SAD",
  "connection_tips": "Arrive early and verify check-in procedures, as Safford Regional serves the remote Gila Valley region with limited commercial service and primarily general aviation operations. Seasonal patterns minimally impact operations due to high desert climate, though extreme summer heat exceeding 105\u00b0F affects aircraft performance during peak afternoon hours, while winters bring ideal flying temperatures. Local aviation services support mining industry, agricultural operations, forest service activities, and recreational flying, with maintenance capabilities for general aviation and specialized desert operations. The airport serves as gateway to southeastern Arizona's remote and scenic regions in the high Sonoran Desert.\n\nThe facility maintains flexible scheduling for weather delays uncommon in desert climate, though summer monsoon storms with downpours, lightning, and dust storms can impact visibility during July-September. The airport serves the Gila Valley agricultural region, copper mining operations including Morenci Mine, and recreational access to Coronado National Forest. Weather monitoring detects monsoon activity, dust storms, and mountain wave conditions affecting operations in complex terrain.\n\nGround transportation includes rental cars through Spalsbury Aviation FBO, local taxis, and connections to copper mining regions around Morenci and Clifton, though advance booking is recommended due to limited rural alternatives. Emergency services coordinate with regional medical facilities, though serious emergencies may require transport to Phoenix or Tucson trauma centers. The facility coordinates with Phoenix and Tucson air traffic control for routing through desert airspace, considering military training areas and restricted zones.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Public transport may be limited; plan ground travel in advance.",
    "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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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
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  "iataCode": "SAD",
  "icao": "KSAD",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 32.85480118,
  "layover_planner_info": "Amenities are limited; consider arranging services in town.",
  "longitude": -109.6350021,
  "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 airline representatives at the terminal.",
  "name": "Safford Regional Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "LAX",
      "name": "Los Angeles International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "CFT",
      "name": "Greenlee County Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Safford Regional Airport (SAD) is a city-owned public airport serving the Gila Valley in southeastern Arizona. The terminal and FBO primarily support general aviation, corporate, and regional air service rather than large-scale commercial airline operations.\n\nThe airfield has two asphalt runways: 12/30 at about 6,007 feet by 100 feet and 8/26 at about 4,802 feet by 60 feet. These runway lengths accommodate a broad mix of GA and smaller regional aircraft.\n\nSpalsbury Aviation is the on-airport FBO, offering full-service and self-service fuel, line service, rental cars, crew cars, and catering. The airport lists staffed terminal hours Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with services available outside hours by request.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/KSAD/Safford-Regional-Airport"
}