What are the operating hours of YSNF?

Norfolk Island operates from 20:00 to 04:00 (on request).

What fuel is available at YSNF?

Norfolk Island offers JET A-1, AVGAS.

Does YSNF require slots or PPR?

PPR is required at Norfolk Island.

Where is YSNF located?

Norfolk Island (YSNF) is located in Norfolk I, Norfolk Island.

What is the IATA code for YSNF?

The IATA code for Norfolk Island is NLK.

How long is the runway at YSNF?

The main runway at Norfolk Island (04/22) measures 4708 X 98.

Is YSNF a port of entry?

Yes, Norfolk Island is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Norfolk Island (YSNF) — Norfolk I, Norfolk Island

Norfolk Island (YSNF/NLK) serves Norfolk I, Norfolk Island. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (04/22, 11/29). Field elevation is 371 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 2/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 2/2

Additional Info 9/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-04

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: YSNF
Name: Norfolk Island
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -29.041887
Longitude: 167.939621
Elevation: 371 ft
Country: Norfolk Island
Municipality: Norfolk I
IATA Code: NLK
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: NZZO
Timezone: Pacific/Norfolk
Distance from City: 1.3 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 04/22

Designation: 04/22
Dimensions: 4708 X 98
Surface: ASP
PCN: PCR 90/F/B/0.60 MPa/U
Lighting: Edge lights (intensity control), REIL both ends
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME, NDB
Approach Types: RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: Bearing 035/215. Displaced thresholds: RWY04 325ft, RWY22 367ft

Runway 11/29

Designation: 11/29
Dimensions: 6398 X 148
Surface: ASP-G
PCN: PCR 390/F/B/1.10 MPa/T
Lighting: Edge lights (intensity control, 60m spacing), REIL both ends
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME (112.40 MHz), NDB (260 kHz)
Approach Types: RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME, NDB-A
Remarks: Primary runway. Bearing 107/287. Grooved. Displaced thresholds: RWY11 321ft, RWY29 366ft

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: N/A
Operations: 118.100 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: No ATIS. CTAF/UNICOM 118.1 MHz (CS 'Norfolk UNICOM', 0.029 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 20:00 – 04:00

Tuesday 20:00 – 04:00

Wednesday 20:00 – 04:00

Thursday 20:00 – 04:00

Friday 20:00 – 04:00

Saturday 20:00 – 04:00

Sunday 20:00 – 04:00

Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Mon-Fri 0700-1500 local (UTC+11). O/T available H24 with PPR: +6723 22445. ARFF Cat 6 (CTC +6723 22049) hours: TUE 2100-0600Z, WED/FRI 2130-0600Z, THU/SUN 0130-0530Z, SAT 2200-0530Z. 30min on-call ARO emergency response. Traffic pattern 1371ft MSL

Contacts

AIS Tel: +6723 22445
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +6723 22445
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.nirc.gov.au/Economic-development/Services/Airport
Remarks: Airport admin primary: +6723 22445, secondary: +6723 23666. Burnt Pine Travel Airport Services (ground handler & fuel): +6723 22188, freq 131.9 MHz. AWIS: +61 2 9353 6443

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: +6723 22445
Remarks: All non-air-transport ACFT require 24HR prior approval from Airport Manager. Local OPR min 60min advance notice. PPR for PTBL (portable lights) emergency use requires 90min PN

Customs

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Australian Border Force at terminal. Hours aligned with scheduled flights. Biosecurity strictly enforced — no fresh produce, plants, seeds. NZ pork/poultry prohibited. Duty-free concessions apply

Fees

Landing Fee: Calculated by MTOW; approx AUD 10/ton
Parking Fee: AUD 7/ton per 24h
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: AUD
Remarks: Fees set by Norfolk Island Regional Council. Ground handling by Burnt Pine Travel Airport Services: +6723 22195

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-04
Remarks: Supplied by Burnt Pine Fuel Services. Refueling truck available at parking bays. Contact: +6723 22188, freq 131.9 MHz. Confirm availability in advance — island supply can be limited

Fuel Type: AVGAS
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-04
Remarks: Supplied by Burnt Pine Fuel Services. Contact: +6723 22188, freq 131.9 MHz. Confirm availability in advance

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Australian Border Force at terminal. AU-NI travel: passport not required since Jul 2016, photo ID mandatory. APIS required. Norfolk Island is an Australian external territory

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: ARFF Cat 6. Max narrow-body (A320). RWY 04/22 restricted to ACFT ≤5,700KG (DH8C exception). Right hand circuits RWY 04 and 11. Mag variation 15°E. Significant bird hazard Philip Island (160°/5NM, 913ft) and Nepean Island (131°/2.5NM, 108ft). NZ altimetry procedures apply. Weather balloon launch ~2315Z 420m SW of ARP. Night ops available with PPR. Jet ACFT use min power on apron, max radius turns exiting parking bays

Airport Services

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Active NOTAMs

M0039/26 caution

ILS procedure changed

AIP DEP AND APCH (DAP) AMD NDB-A CAT C CIRCLING MINIMA 1180 (809-4.0) CAT C ALTERNATE MINIMA (1309-6.0) CAT C CIRCLING AND ALTERNATE MINIMA FOR ALL OTHER PROCEDURES IS UNCHANGED. AMD DEP AND APCH PROCEDURES (DAP)

2026-04-22 00:56:00 Until further notice

M0006/26 caution

ILS procedure changed

AIP DEP AND APCH (DAP) AMD DME OR GNSS ARRIVAL SEGMENT MINIMUM SAFE ALT FM 10NM TO 5NM 1700 CIRCLING MINIMA CAT A,B 1690-2.4 CIRCLING MINIMA CAT C 1690-4.0 CIRCLING MINIMA CAT D 1690-5.0 AMD DEP AND APCH PROCEDURES (DAP

2026-01-20 03:24:00 Until further notice

M0056/26 info

WDI RWY29 THR U/S

2026-07-09 01:22:00 2026-07-31 00:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of YSNF?: Norfolk Island operates from 20:00 to 04:00 (on request).
What fuel is available at YSNF?: Norfolk Island offers JET A-1, AVGAS.
Does YSNF require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Norfolk Island.
Where is YSNF located?: Norfolk Island (YSNF) is located in Norfolk I, Norfolk Island.
What is the IATA code for YSNF?: The IATA code for Norfolk Island is NLK.
How long is the runway at YSNF?: The main runway at Norfolk Island (04/22) measures 4708 X 98.
Is YSNF a port of entry?: Yes, Norfolk Island is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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