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Maafaru International Airport (VRDA/NMF) — Noonu Atoll, Maldives

At a glance

Runways
06/24
Elevation
6 ft

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62% Data Complete 32 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 3/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: VRDA
  • Name: Maafaru International Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 5.818394
  • Longitude: 73.469177
  • Elevation: 6 ft
  • Country: Maldives
  • Municipality: Noonu Atoll
  • IATA Code: NMF
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Indian/Maldives
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 06/24

  • Designation: 06/24
  • Dimensions: 2850x45m
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: 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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Maldives Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 2d Landing: 3d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 24 hours minimum for non-scheduled private flights; 48 working hours for commercial operations
  • Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours minimum prior to scheduled departure
Private / GA Operations:

Prior permission required. 24-hour minimum advance notice for non-scheduled private overflight. Full documentation required.

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NOTAMs

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does VRDA require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Maafaru International Airport (Maldives). Permit details for Maldives
Where is VRDA located?
Maafaru International Airport (VRDA) is located in Noonu Atoll, Maldives.
What is the IATA code for VRDA?
The IATA code for Maafaru International Airport is NMF.
How long is the runway at VRDA?
The main runway at Maafaru International Airport (06/24) measures 2850x45m.