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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Sparta"
  },
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    "Regional carriers"
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "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"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Sparta",
  "code": "SAR",
  "connection_tips": "Arrive early and verify flight arrangements, as Sparta Community Airport - Hunter Field serves southern Illinois with general aviation operations rather than scheduled airline service, focusing on private aircraft, flight training, and recreational flying activities in the region. Seasonal weather patterns significantly impact flight operations, with Illinois winters bringing potential snow and ice conditions that can make the turf runway unusable, while spring and summer thunderstorms create challenging flying conditions requiring careful weather monitoring for safe general aviation operations.\n\nThe facility maintains flexible scheduling to accommodate weather-related delays common in the Midwest, where severe thunderstorms during spring and summer, winter ice storms, and fog conditions typical of the Mississippi River valley can significantly impact general aviation operations. The airport's strategic location serves Sparta and surrounding rural communities in southern Illinois, providing access for agricultural aviation, recreational flying, and business travel to the region's farming and small manufacturing enterprises located between St.\n\nGround transportation is limited in rural Sparta, typically requiring private vehicles or pre-arranged transportation to reach destinations in southern Illinois, as the small town setting means limited rental car availability and no public transportation options. Louis and the Mississippi River. Emergency services and medical evacuation capabilities are maintained through coordination with regional emergency services, while the airport serves as a potential emergency landing facility for aircraft crossing southern Illinois between major metropolitan areas.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD",
  "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."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Sparta+Community+Airport+-+Hunter+Field",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
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  "iataCode": "SAR",
  "icao": "KSAR",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 38.148899,
  "layover_planner_info": "Amenities are limited; consider arranging services in town.",
  "longitude": -89.6987,
  "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": "Sparta Community Airport - Hunter Field",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "LAX",
      "name": "Los Angeles International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "FAM",
      "name": "Farmington Regional Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "MWA",
      "name": "Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Sparta Community Airport - Hunter Field (SAR) is a public airport about 2 miles north of Sparta, Illinois, owned by the Sparta Community Airport Authority. It serves general aviation and regional traffic rather than scheduled airline operations.\n\nThe airfield has two runways: an asphalt 18/36 at about 4,002 x 75 ft and a turf 9/27 at about 2,958 x 110 ft. The primary runway includes medium-intensity lighting and PAPI, while the turf runway supports lighter GA activity.\n\nAirport services include 100LL and Jet A fuel (with self-service available), plus hangars and tiedowns. This points to a GA-focused terminal environment with pilot services rather than full-scale passenger terminals.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/KSAR/Sparta-Community-Airport---Hunter-Field"
}