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Nugwaia Airstrip (AYWN) — Nugwaia, Papua New Guinea

At a glance

Runways
15/33
Elevation
279 ft

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60% Data Complete 31 of 52 points
Missing: Frequencies, Operations, Fuel, Contacts
Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 0/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 0/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 2/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: AYWN
  • Name: Nugwaia Airstrip
  • Type: small_airport
  • Category: Domestic
  • Latitude: -3.8183
  • Longitude: 142.835007
  • Elevation: 279 ft
  • Country: Papua New Guinea
  • Municipality: Nugwaia
  • IATA Code: N/A
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Pacific/Port_Moresby
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 15/33

  • Designation: 15/33
  • Dimensions: 439x30m
  • Surface: Grassed Brown Clay
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: N/A
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday N/A
Tuesday N/A
Wednesday N/A
Thursday N/A
Friday N/A
Saturday N/A
Sunday N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Required: Not recorded
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Not recorded
  • APIS Required: Not recorded
  • GAR Required: Not recorded
  • Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Papua New Guinea Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 5d Landing: 7d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours minimum; 120 working hours (5 days) recommended
  • Landing Lead Time: 5-7 business days for international landing permits; 72 hours for domestic travel
Private / GA Operations:

Prior permission required for all private flights. Same documentation requirements as commercial operations.

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NOTAMs

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does AYWN require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Nugwaia Airstrip (Papua New Guinea). Permit details for Papua New Guinea
Where is AYWN located?
Nugwaia Airstrip (AYWN) is located in Nugwaia, Papua New Guinea.
How long is the runway at AYWN?
The main runway at Nugwaia Airstrip (15/33) measures 439x30m.