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    "addressCountry": "Chile",
    "addressLocality": "Vi\u00f1a Del Mar"
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  "connection_tips": "Rodelillo Airport serves as the only civil aerodrome for the historic port cities of Valpara\u00edso and Vi\u00f1a del Mar, operating primarily for general aviation through the Valpara\u00edso and Vi\u00f1a del Mar Flying Club rather than scheduled commercial service. Weather conditions remain favorable year-round in this Mediterranean climate zone, though Pacific Ocean fog and winter frontal systems can occasionally impact visual flight operations requiring instrument approach capabilities. The airport's strategic location northeast of Alto del Puerto provides convenient access to central Chile's wine regions, Pacific coastal resorts, and Santiago connections via ground transport. Flight training programs operate through the resident flying club, offering pilot instruction in Spanish with basic English support available for international visitors.\n\nDuring summer months, Rodelillo serves as a vital firefighting aviation base for CONAF (National Forest Corporation) aircraft and helicopters combating wildfires throughout Chile's Fifth Region. This public facility accommodates private aircraft, flying club operations, military and police aviation, plus specialized commercial operations including flight training, aircraft maintenance, and charter services. The single 18/36 runway supports aircraft operations year-round with permanent unrestricted access to the aviation community, though helicopter operations are limited to aircraft under 9,500 pounds maximum takeoff weight except for military and police helicopters.\n\nTransportation to Valpara\u00edso's UNESCO World Heritage historic center takes 15-20 minutes by taxi or rental car, while Vi\u00f1a del Mar's beaches and casino district are accessible within 10-15 minutes. Ground handling services require advance coordination through Club A\u00e9reo de Valpara\u00edso at +56995440569 or operaciones@cavv.cl for parking and fuel arrangements, with on-site maintenance facilities available for club members and affiliated private aircraft. The aerodrome features modern meteorological and communication equipment maintaining excellent flight safety standards, staffed by professional personnel ensuring secure operations in this coastal Pacific environment.",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check transport options 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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  "iataCode": "VAP",
  "icao": "SCRD",
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  "last_modified": "May 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
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  "layover_planner_info": "Plan ahead; local amenities vary.",
  "longitude": -71.5575027466,
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  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
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  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your airline for assistance with missed connections.",
  "name": "Rodelillo Airport",
  "region": "Americas",
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    {
      "code": "KNA",
      "name": "Vi\u00f1a del Mar Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "QRC",
      "name": "De La Independencia Airport"
    }
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  "terminal_info": "Rodelillo Airport serves as the sole civil aviation facility for the historic coastal cities of Valpara\u00edso and Vi\u00f1a del Mar, operating primarily through the Valpara\u00edso and Vi\u00f1a del Mar Flying Club rather than scheduled commercial services. Located northeast of Alto del Puerto in Chile's Fifth Region, the facility features a single 18/36 runway supporting year-round general aviation operations in the favorable Mediterranean coastal climate.\n\nTerminal infrastructure remains deliberately basic, focusing on flying club operations, flight training programs, and charter services rather than commercial passenger processing. The airport accommodates private aircraft, military and police aviation, plus specialized operations including aircraft maintenance and pilot instruction programs conducted primarily in Spanish with basic English support for international visitors.\n\nOperational characteristics center on CONAF firefighting aviation during Chile's summer wildfire season, when the facility serves as a strategic base for aircraft and helicopters combating forest fires throughout the Fifth Region. Weather conditions remain generally favorable year-round, though Pacific Ocean fog and winter frontal systems occasionally impact visual flight operations requiring instrument approach capabilities.\n\nStrategic positioning provides convenient access to Valpara\u00edso's UNESCO World Heritage historic center (15-20 minutes) and Vi\u00f1a del Mar's beaches and casino district (10-15 minutes), plus connections to central Chile's renowned wine regions. Ground handling services require advance coordination through Club A\u00e9reo de Valpara\u00edso, with on-site maintenance facilities available for club members and modern meteorological equipment ensuring safe operations in this coastal Pacific environment.",
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