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  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Willow"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Private charter operators",
    "Bush pilot services",
    "General aviation"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "75 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Willow",
  "code": "WOW",
  "connection_tips": "Willow Airport operates as a state-owned public-use facility in Alaska's Matanuska-Susitna Borough, serving general aviation and charter flight operations with a single 4,400-foot gravel runway 13/31 at 221 feet elevation. The airport serves as an important gateway for accessing Alaska's backcountry areas where traditional transportation methods are impossible. Fuel availability should be confirmed in advance through local operators, as services are limited compared to larger regional airports. Weather conditions can change rapidly in the Alaska wilderness, requiring flexible flight planning and backup options for extended trips.\n\nBush pilot services and charter operators use the facility to access Alaska's remote wilderness areas, though all operations require careful weather monitoring and fuel planning. The airport utilizes CTAF frequency 122.8 and operates without lighting systems, making daylight operations essential for flight safety. Winter conditions present significant challenges with snow-covered runways and extreme cold affecting aircraft performance and ground operations.\n\nThe gravel runway surface is suitable for aircraft commonly used in Alaska bush operations, though pilots must check NOTAMs for current runway conditions and operational restrictions. Private jet charter services have operated from Willow since 2005, supporting various aviation activities including wilderness access, supply runs, and emergency services. Ground transportation is limited in the remote location, requiring advance arrangements for pickup and onward travel to nearby communities.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Runway lacks lighting and is snow-covered in winter.",
    "Check the NOTAMs and coordinate with the local operator for fuel.",
    "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."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=61.7542,-150.052002",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "has_commercial_service": false,
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD",
  "iataCode": "WOW",
  "icao": "PAUO",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "August 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 61.7542,
  "layover_planner_info": "Willow Airport (WOW) works best for straightforward domestic turns, not for building aggressive connection margins around multiple separate tickets. Use this page's published MCTs as the floor: 30 minutes for domestic transfers, 90 minutes when interline support is available. For longer stops in Willow, assume terminal amenities may be secondary to the surrounding landside area, and keep backup routing through John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Skwentna Airport (SKW) in mind if the day starts to slip.",
  "longitude": -150.052002,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 90,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 75,
  "missed_connection_help": "If you miss a connection at Willow Airport (WOW), start with the operating airline or transfer desk before leaving the secure area, especially if bags are checked through or your itinerary relies on interline handling. This airport publishes a 90-minute interline buffer, so ask staff to confirm whether onward sectors and baggage can be protected on the same journey before you commit to a new ticket. If same-day recovery fails, compare rebooking options via John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Skwentna Airport (SKW).",
  "name": "Willow Airport",
  "noindex": true,
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "JFK",
      "name": "John F. Kennedy International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SKW",
      "name": "Skwentna Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "TKA",
      "name": "Talkeetna Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Willow Airport operates as a general aviation facility serving the Willow area in United States of America, providing essential aviation services for local transportation and specialized operations. The airport features basic facilities configured to support regional aircraft operations supporting community connectivity and emergency services.\n\nTerminal facilities comprise fundamental aviation infrastructure appropriate for regional operations, featuring passenger processing areas and operational support designed for aircraft serving local transportation needs. The facility maintains necessary safety and operational standards for reliable aviation services.\n\nOperational characteristics focus on regional air services, emergency medical evacuations, and specialized aviation operations supporting local community needs and government services. The airport provides vital connectivity where traditional ground transportation options may be limited.\n\nStrategic importance encompasses supporting regional development, emergency services, and maintaining essential connections for communities while facilitating access to government services, healthcare, and economic opportunities in the region.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=61.7542,-150.052002"
}