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Palmerston North Airport

Palmerston North Airport (NZPM/PMR) serves Palmerston North, New Zealand. This is a mid-sized airport with 3 runways (07/25, 07L/25R). Field elevation is 151 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
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Additional Info 5/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: NZPM
  • Name: Palmerston North Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Uncategorized
  • Latitude: -40.320599
  • Longitude: 175.617004
  • Elevation: 151 ft
  • Country: New Zealand
  • Municipality: Palmerston North
  • IATA Code: PMR
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: N/A
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 07/25

  • Designation: 07/25
  • Dimensions: 1902x45m
  • Surface: UNK
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 07L/25R

  • Designation: 07L/25R
  • Dimensions: 1902x45m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 07R/25L

  • Designation: 07R/25L
  • Dimensions: 608x60m
  • Surface: GRS
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 120.600, 120.600 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: 125.100 MHz
  • ATIS: 129.700 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • 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: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx NZD 10-14/tonne
  • Parking Fee: NZD 6-9/tonne per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: NZD
  • Remarks: Palmerston North Airport. Manawatu-Wanganui, North Island. RNZAF base (Ohakea) nearby. University city. Council-owned. GST (15%) applicable.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Z Energy, BP. Good availability. RNZAF operations nearby ensure fuel supply.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: No
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Domestic only. No international CIQ. RNZAF Base Ohakea nearby.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No curfew. Situated in Manawatu Plains; exposed to strong NW winds (foehn effect). Runway 1847m. Military traffic (RNZAF) in area.

Airport Services

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New Zealand Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d
  • Overflight Permit: Conditional
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: 72 hours
  • Landing Lead Time: Private: no formal landing permit system -- comply with NZCAR Part 91. FAOC: allow 6-8 weeks for initial certification.
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require customs pre-notification. Biosecurity declaration mandatory.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at NZPM?
The tower frequency at Palmerston North Airport is 120.6, 120.6 MHz.
What fuel is available at NZPM?
Palmerston North Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does NZPM require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Palmerston North Airport (New Zealand).