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Sam Neua Airport (VLSN/NEU) — Lao People's Democratic Republic

At a glance

Runways: 08/26
Elevation: 3,281 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

Data last updated: 2026-04-02

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: VLSN
Name: Sam Neua Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: 20.4184
Longitude: 104.067001
Elevation: 3281 ft
Country: Lao People's Democratic Republic
Municipality: N/A
IATA Code: NEU
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Vientiane
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 08/26

Designation: 08/26
Dimensions: 1132x24m
Surface: ASP
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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Lao People's Democratic Republic Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 2d Landing: 15d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours minimum prior to scheduled departure
Landing Lead Time: 48 hours minimum; 15 days recommended for non-scheduled commercial and private flights

Private / GA Operations:

Prior permission required for all private flights. 15-day advance notice historically required though 48-hour lead time may be accepted.

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NOTAMs

No live NOTAM source covers VLSN. Check the official AIS before flight.

Nearby Airports

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does VLSN require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Sam Neua Airport (Lao People's Democratic Republic). Permit details for Lao People's Democratic Republic
Where is VLSN located?: Sam Neua Airport (VLSN) is located in Lao People's Democratic Republic.
What is the IATA code for VLSN?: The IATA code for Sam Neua Airport is NEU.
How long is the runway at VLSN?: The main runway at Sam Neua Airport (08/26) measures 1132x24m.

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