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Pemba Airport (HTPE/PMA) — Chake Chake, Tanzania, United Republic of

At a glance

Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
Jet A-1
Tower
122.5
Runways
02/20
Elevation
80 ft

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75% Data Complete 39 of 52 points
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Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 1/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 6/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: HTPE
  • Name: Pemba Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Domestic
  • Latitude: -5.25726
  • Longitude: 39.811401
  • Elevation: 80 ft
  • Country: Tanzania, United Republic of
  • Municipality: Chake Chake
  • IATA Code: PMA
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 02/20

  • Designation: 02/20
  • Dimensions: 1525x30m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 122.500 MHz
  • 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: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; TAA regulated approx USD 5/ton
  • Parking Fee: USD 2.50/ton per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: TZS
  • Remarks: Pemba Airport. Pemba Island. Tanzania. TAA operated. Spice island tourism.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Very limited fuel. Island logistics. Pre-arrange all fuel uplifts.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • APIS Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Port of entry. Visa on arrival (USD 50). Yellow fever certificate from endemic areas. Spice island.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: Not recorded
  • Curfew End: Not recorded
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No curfew. Tropical island. Short runway. Light aircraft primarily. Monsoon winds affect operations.

Airport Services

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Tanzania, United Republic of Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 5d Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
Private / GA Operations:

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NOTAMs

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at HTPE?
The tower frequency at Pemba Airport is 122.5 MHz.
What fuel is available at HTPE?
Pemba Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does HTPE require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Pemba Airport (Tanzania, United Republic of). Permit details for Tanzania, United Republic of
Where is HTPE located?
Pemba Airport (HTPE) is located in Chake Chake, Tanzania, United Republic of.
What is the IATA code for HTPE?
The IATA code for Pemba Airport is PMA.
How long is the runway at HTPE?
The main runway at Pemba Airport (02/20) measures 1525x30m.
Is HTPE a port of entry?
Yes, Pemba Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.