Public Perception Towards the Development of Abresso Airport, South Manokwari Regency

Abstract

Airport development is one of the infrastructure supports for a region, so that transportation becomes smoother and more widespread. On the other hand, infrastructure development, including airports, can accelerate regional development and encourage economic improvement around the development location. This research aims to determine public perceptions about the construction of Abreso airport, and analyze the factors that influence the construction of Abreso airport. The method used is a quantitative method us- ing a questionnaire. Research variables include social conflict, social interaction, public health, job oppor- tunities and noise. Besides that, there are internal and external variables in society. The data analysis used was tabulation and the Spearman correlation test. The results of the research show that the public gives various perceptions about the construction of airports, where the total number of perception statements is 168 statements from the components of social conflict, social interaction, public health, job opportunities and noise. Educational factors and cultural factors have a relationship with public perceptions about the construction of Abreso airport