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  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Canada",
    "addressLocality": "Trail"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Pacific Coastal Airlines"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "25 minutes"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "55 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "55 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "70 minutes"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "85 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Trail",
  "code": "YZZ",
  "connection_tips": "Trail Regional Airport serves West Kootenay's Columbia River valley community dominated by Teck's massive lead-zinc smelter, the world's largest integrated non-ferrous facility operating since 1931 following 1890s gold rush origins when ore processing began above the river bench. Located 11.3 kilometers southeast of Trail between Monashee and Selkirk Mountains, this city-owned facility features a 4,800-foot asphalt runway challenging for approaches through valley topography, with morning fog frequently causing diversions to nearby Castlegar's West Kootenay Regional Airport. Pacific Coastal Airlines provides twice-daily turboprop service to Vancouver and Victoria, essential connections for Teck's workforce and tourists accessing world-class outdoor recreation including Red Mountain Resort skiing, Columbia River fishing, and Trans Canada Trail cycling through this scenic mountain gateway.\n\nThe modern 4,200-square-foot terminal opened November 2017 offers spacious waiting areas, business lounge, kids' corner, Wi-Fi-equipped snack center, and 24-hour taxi service supporting scheduled flights and charter operations serving regional mining exploration. Trail's industrial heritage attracts visitors for 2. 5-hour Teck smelter tours showcasing massive lead-zinc processing operations visible throughout the valley, while the facility's environmental improvements transformed formerly barren hillsides into revegetated slopes demonstrating modern mining rehabilitation. Ground transportation includes rental cars and taxis essential for reaching downtown Trail or connecting to Nelson (70km) and Castlegar (40km), as no public transit serves this valley location requiring advance planning for hotel transfers.\n\nWeather challenges include persistent valley fog, winter icing conditions, and summer smoke from forest fires affecting visibility, with the short runway limiting aircraft types during adverse conditions. The terminal's limited operating hours outside scheduled flight times require careful planning for charter operations, though amenities adequately serve the modest passenger volumes accessing this industrial community of 7,700 residents whose economy depends entirely on Teck's smelter employing 1,400 workers processing ore from global sources.",
  "country": "Canada",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=CAD",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Trail's short runway often experiences morning fog.",
    "Flights may divert to Castlegar, so keep ground transport plans flexible.",
    "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=Trail+Regional+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=CAD",
  "iataCode": "YZZ",
  "icao": "CAD4",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 49.055,
  "layover_planner_info": "Basic services; limited hours.",
  "longitude": -117.609,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 25,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 55,
  "mct_interline": 85,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 55,
  "mct_international_to_international": 70,
  "missed_connection_help": "Airline counter on site.",
  "name": "Trail Regional Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "YVR",
      "name": "Vancouver"
    },
    {
      "code": "YCG",
      "name": "Castlegar/West Kootenay Regional Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "ZGF",
      "name": "Grand Forks Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Trail Regional Airport serves the West Kootenay region and sits in the Columbia River valley. The airport has a single 4,800-foot asphalt runway and is owned and operated by the City of Trail.\n\nThe terminal is a 4,200 sq ft building opened in November 2017. It includes designated drop-off and pick-up zones, short- and long-term parking, a spacious waiting area with easy check-in, a business lounge, a kids' corner, and a snack center with Wi-Fi.\n\nPassenger-facing amenities also include washrooms, vending/snack options, car rentals, and 24-hour taxi service, supporting the airport's scheduled service and community use.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trail_Regional_Airport"
}