Leg 119 MGPB - Puerto Barrios (Guatemala) to MZBZ - Belize (Belize)
MGPB - Airport Info
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ICAO code: MGPB
Airport name: Puerto Barrios Airport
Location: Puerto Barrios
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Airport elevation: '
Time zone: UTC-
Lighted runways : Yes
Maximum runway length: '
Runway surface : Asphalt
Instrument approach (ILS, LOC, LDA, and SDF):
Puerto Barrios Info
Puerto Barrios, city in eastern Guatemala, capital of Izabal Department, on the Bay of Amatique (an arm of the Caribbean Sea). The leading port of Guatemala and the northern terminus of the railroad from the capital, Puerto Barrios lies near an area of extensive banana plantations, and bananas, coffee, chicle, fruits, and tropical woods are exported. It is known for its beaches and fishing facilities. The city developed in the early 1900s and became departmental capital in 1920. Population (1995 estimate) 39,379.
MZBZ - Airport Info
ICAO code: MZBZ
Airport name: Phillip SW Goldson Airport
Location: Belize
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Airport elevation: '
Time zone: UTC-
Lighted runways : Yes
Maximum runway length: '
Runway surface : Asphalt
Instrument approach (ILS, LOC, LDA, and SDF):
Belize Info
Belize City, city in eastern Belize, in Belize District, at the mouth of the Belize River, on the Caribbean Sea. It is the country's chief seaport, and timber, wood products, sugar, fish, citrus fruit, and bananas are exported here. Major industries are sawmilling, food processing, and fishing. Of note are Saint John’s Anglican Cathedral and Government House (both early 19th century).
Located in an area where the Maya peoples once flourished, Belize City was settled in the early 17th century by British adventurers. In 1884 it became the capital of British Honduras (renamed Belize in 1973). The low-lying city, which is vulnerable to hurricanes, was officially replaced by Belmopan as the capital of Belize in 1972. Population (2000) 49,050.