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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Salmon"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "No scheduled 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"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Salmon",
  "code": "SMN",
  "connection_tips": "Salmon-Lemhi County Airport (SMN) is a useful Idaho backcountry gateway for rafting, fishing, and wilderness access around Salmon. Pilot services matter more here than terminal comforts At street level, a car, local pickup, or hotel transfer is usually more useful than waiting curbside, especially if you are using Salmon as the first stop in a wider drive. The meaningful alternates are Boise, Challis Airport, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by No scheduled airlines, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Salmon's time-saving link to the rest of United States of America.\n\nIt is a GA airport rather than a scheduled-airline field, so rental cars and pickups should be set before arrival For a clean handoff, a car, local pickup, or hotel transfer is usually more useful than waiting curbside, especially if you are using Salmon as the first stop in a wider drive. The meaningful alternates are Boise, Challis Airport, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by No scheduled airlines, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Salmon's time-saving link to the rest of United States of America.\n\nThe airport is close to town and works well for outfitters and river travelers once the ground leg is arranged For a same-day backup, a car, local pickup, or hotel transfer is usually more useful than waiting curbside, especially if you are using Salmon as the first stop in a wider drive. The meaningful alternates are Boise, Challis Airport, which is why the backup plan matters more than the terminal amenities. Scheduled service is carried by No scheduled airlines, so the first bank of the day is the one to watch. In practice, that means the airport works as Salmon's time-saving link to the rest of United States of America.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Set up your car or pickup before arrival, because transport options in Salmon are limited.",
    "Ask the FBO about the courtesy van if you only need a quick run into town.",
    "Downtown Salmon and many outfitters are only a few minutes from the airfield.",
    "Check fuel and local NOTAMs before arrival if you are planning an after-hours turn.",
    "SMN is a strong Idaho gateway when you care more about river and range access than big-city links."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Lemhi%20County%20Airport%20United%20States%20of%20America",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD",
  "iataCode": "SMN",
  "icao": "KSMN",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 45.1237983704,
  "layover_planner_info": "Few amenities; prepare accordingly.",
  "longitude": -113.8809967041,
  "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": "Consult airline staff at the terminal for assistance.",
  "name": "Lemhi County Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "BOI",
      "name": "Boise"
    },
    {
      "code": "CHL",
      "name": "Challis Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Lemhi County Airport serves as the aviation gateway to the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness, America's largest contiguous wilderness area spanning 2.3 million acres, where rafting outfitters coordinate scenic charter flights to remote Middle Fork Salmon River launch points. Located in Salmon Valley beneath the Salmon-Challis National Forest peaks, the facility provides essential access to the legendary River of No Return flowing through the continent's second deepest canyon.\n\nTerminal facilities feature basic general aviation infrastructure with FBO services supporting wilderness charter operations, flight training, and courtesy van access for quick runs to downtown Salmon's outfitter shops. The airport lacks scheduled airline service but maintains essential pilot amenities including fuel services and hangar space for aircraft supporting backcountry adventures in Idaho's most remote terrain.\n\nOperational characteristics center on wilderness access flights carrying rafters, hunters, fishermen, and backpackers to landing strips throughout the Frank Church Wilderness, medical evacuations from remote backcountry locations, and scenic flights over the River of No Return's pristine landscapes. Charter services coordinate with Main Salmon River outfitters for the 80-mile wilderness rafting experience when summer water levels drop.\n\nStrategic importance encompasses providing the primary aviation access to North America's premier wilderness rafting destination, supporting Idaho's $7.8 billion outdoor recreation economy, and maintaining critical emergency services for visitors to the Frank Church Wilderness while serving as the closest airport to Corn Creek and other wilderness launch points unreachable by road.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lemhi_County_Airport"
}
