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    "addressCountry": "Mexico",
    "addressLocality": "\u00c1lamos"
  },
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    "No scheduled commercial airlines"
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "30 minutes"
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "\u00c1lamos",
  "code": "XAL",
  "connection_tips": "\u00c1lamos Airport serves Sonora's enchanting Pueblo M\u00e1gico, designated 2005 for colonial Spanish architecture preserved from silver mining wealth that established this northernmost Mexican \"Silver City\" beginning 1683. Positioned at convergence of Sonoran Desert and tropical deciduous forest ecosystems, northernmost limits of tropical forest hemisphere create dramatic elevation changes from Sea of Cortez to 6,700-foot Sierra de \u00c1lamos peaks. Weather challenges include summer monsoons and winter cold fronts affecting Sierra Madre operations, while desert heat exceeds 40\u00b0C requiring early morning departures.\n\nLocated 54 kilometers from Navojoa via State Highway 162 in Sierra Madre Occidental foothills at 1,346 feet elevation, this jet-rated facility attracts aviators from Mexico, USA, and Canada accessing \"La Ciudad de los Portales\" where arched covered walkways front cobblestoned streets lined with Andalusian-style mansions. No scheduled commercial service operates, requiring connections through Hermosillo (396km) or private aircraft utilizing this essential link for accessing remote colonial treasure where expatriate communities blend with local families maintaining traditions. Strategic importance extends beyond tourism, supporting emergency medical evacuations, government services, and maintaining connectivity for this historically significant settlement preserving authentic colonial Mexico atmosphere rarely found elsewhere.\n\nThe airstrip supports tourism now driving economy after centuries of silver extraction from surrounding mines at La Aduana, Minas Nuevas, and San Bernardo funded construction of Plaza de Armas, Church of La Pur\u00edsima Concepci\u00f3n, and scores of colonial residences. Terminal facilities remain minimal with basic shelter only, necessitating advance arrangements for fuel, ground transportation, and accommodations in this isolated yet culturally rich destination.",
  "country": "Mexico",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Check if your ticket allows free lounge access through partner programs.",
    "Using lounges with showers and Wi-Fi can make long layovers far more comfortable.",
    "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."
  ],
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  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
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  "iataCode": "XAL",
  "icao": "MM45",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 27.039,
  "layover_planner_info": "Few amenities; bring essentials.",
  "longitude": -108.949021,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 30,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 60,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_international_to_international": 90,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact your carrier for assistance.",
  "name": "\u00c1lamos Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "MEX",
      "name": "Mexico City International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "LMM",
      "name": "Valle del Fuerte International Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "\u00c1lamos Airport (XAL), designated by the ICAO as MM45, is a domestic aviation facility serving the historic Pueblo M\u00e1gico of \u00c1lamos in the state of Sonora, Mexico. The airport features a single, well-maintained passenger terminal building primarily designed to facilitate private charters and general aviation for visitors to this colonial treasure. Situated approximately 4 miles (6 km) southwest of the city center, it acts as a critical link for the region's tourism industry, specifically catering to pilots from the United States and Canada.\n\nThe terminal infrastructure provides essential services for private travelers and crews, offering a functional waiting area and administrative support for flight coordination. A unique feature of the airfield is the extensive hangar space managed by the local Hacienda de los Santos resort, which can accommodate multiple single and twin-engine aircraft. While the facility lacks modern commercial amenities like retail shops or full-service restaurants, it is known for its high level of security and often maintains a visible military presence to ensure safe operations.\n\nOperationally, the airport features a 5,000-foot asphalt runway and typically functions during daylight hours under Visual Flight Rules (VFR). Ground transportation to central \u00c1lamos is informal, with visitors generally relying on hotel-provided shuttles or local taxi services that can be summoned by the airport staff. For regular scheduled commercial airline services, travelers typically utilize Ciudad Obreg\u00f3n International Airport (CEN), located about 60 miles (96 km) to the west, and complete their journey to \u00c1lamos via the regional highway system.",
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}