2.2 Cook Islands Aviation
Key airport information may also be found at: http://worldaerodata.com/
The official source for all aeronautical information including airports and air navigation services is the Cook Islands Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP). The AIP can be downloaded free of charge from https://shop.aeropath.aero/collections/cook-islands and www.transport.gov.ck
The Cook Islands are served my several international carriers using Rarotonga International Airport with daily international flights from New Zealand, twice weekly from Tahiti and weekly non-stop flights from Los Angeles and Sydney. Aitutaki Island handles on average five domestic flight arrivals from Rarotonga daily, the outer islands are served by domestic flights less regularly and for the less populated and more distant islands, service is by charter.
The Cook Islands Airport Authority (CIAA) is responsible for management of Rarotonga International and Aitutaki Airports. It is a state-owned but independently operated enterprise responsible for:
• Management – Lead the managing and direction of the Airport Authority.
• Air Traffic Services
• Administration and Finance
• Commercial Operations and Quality Assurance Services
• Airport Security Services
• Rescue Fire Services
• Maintenance
• Terminal Services
CIAA have some oversight of the Outer Islands airports however these airports are non-certified aerodromes with crushed coral runways, run by their respective Island Council’s who manage the state of the runway and daily administration.
Rarotonga International Airport provides efficient service satisfying current demand and has ongoing upgrade plans that includes improvement to passenger and cargo terminals. This development is supported by growing tourist numbers.
Ground handling services are provided by Air New Zealand.
The potential for significantly growing national capacity within the island group is constrained by large distances and small populations.
Cook Islands Airports
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Airport name |
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Aitutaki (Araura) |
NCAI |
AIT |
Aitutaki Airport(Araura Airport) |
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Atiu (Enua Manu) |
NCAT |
AIU |
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Mangaia (Auau Enua) |
NCMG |
MGS |
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Manihiki (Humphrey Island) |
NCMH |
MHX |
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Mauke (Akatoka Manava) |
NCMK |
MUK |
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Mitiaro (Nukuroa) |
NCMR |
MOI |
Mitiaro Airport(Nukuroa Airport) |
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Penrhyn Island(Tongareva) |
NCPY |
PYE |
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NCPK |
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NCRG |
RAR |
For more information on government agency and airport company contact information, please see the following links: 4.1 Government Contact List and 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft
International flights into, from or over Cook Islands territory shall be subject to the current Cook Islands regulations relating to civil aviation. These regulations correspond in all essentials to the Standards and Recommended Practices contained in Annex 9 to the Convention on International Civil Aviation.
Aircraft flying into or departing from Cook Islands territory shall make their first landing at, or final departure from Rarotonga International Airport.
The Cook Islands’ Civil Aviation Act 2002, Section 25 details the legislative requirements for aircraft to be registered in the Cook Islands. Foreign registered aircraft are able to operate in the Cook Islands in accordance with the notification and requests for approval requirements as published in the Cook Islands AIP, sections GEN 1.2, 1.3 and 1.4.
Application to register an aircraft is made to the Director of Civil Aviation, Ministry of Transport on form MOT24047/01. Forms can be download from www.transport.gov.ck
Cook Islands Civil Aviation Rules (CICAR) Part 47 “Aircraft Registration and Markings’ contains the detailed requirements for registering an aircraft onto the Cook Islands Civil Aircraft Register.
Before a Cook Islands registered aircraft can be flown it must also be issued an Airworthiness Certificate. CICAR Part 21 contains the detailed requirements for obtaining Airworthiness
The CICAR can be downloaded from http://www.transport.gov.ck/aviation/rules/
For more information on procedures for foreign registered aircraft, please see the following attachments:
Annex 5.6 Part 2 Entry into the civil aviation system, (25) Requirement to register aircraft
2.2.1 Cook Islands Rarotonga International Airport
Airport Overview
Rarotonga International Airport is capable of handling aircraft up to Boeing B789’s and B747’s. The Terminal has two gates that can accommodate two international aircraft at a time. The apron can be congested at times but apron can accommodate up to 3 internationals provided two aircraft are of medium category and the other a heavy category aircraft. Because the Terminal is small, there can be congestion at the check-in area if there are 3 international airlines checking in at the same time and at screening.
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Airport Location and Contact |
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|---|---|
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Country |
Cook Islands |
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Province or District |
Te Au O Tonga |
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Nearest Town or City |
Avarua 3 (km) |
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Airport’s Complete Name |
Rarotonga International Airport |
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Latitude |
21° 12’ 05”S |
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Longitude |
159° 47’ 57”W |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
19 ft / 6 m |
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IATA Code |
RAR |
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ICAO Code |
NCRG |
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Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Cook Islands Airport Authority |
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Management Contact Person |
Joseph Ngamata |
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Open From (hours) |
ADMINISTRATION 0800 hrs. |
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Open To (hours) |
1600 hrs. (Except during Public holidays) |
Airport Picture
List of Areas identified in image:
Aviation Security services office
Rescue Fire Services
Airport Authority Administration & Operations
Customs, Immigration, Quarantine offices
Rental vehicles office
Air New Zealand office
Air Rarotonga office
Cargo
Air Rarotonga Hangar
DHL Courier services
Freight Service Fedex
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
International airlines that serve Rarotonga International airport are Air New Zealand, JETSTAR, Virgin Australia and Air Tahiti. JETSTAR, Virgin Australia and Air Tahiti. Ground handling services are handled by Air Rarotonga.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
There has been a steady increase of passenger and cargo arrivals into Rarotonga over the years. The airport is in the planning process of building a new cargo facility. The size of the new building will be similar the current one.
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Performance for YEAR 2017 |
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|---|---|---|---|
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Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
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Total Aircraft Movements |
1929 |
160 |
6 |
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Total Passengers |
348,017 |
29,000 |
966 |
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Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
6,700 MT |
560 MT |
20 MT |
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Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
Av. 3,360 MT |
Av.280 MT |
Varies 2 – 15 MT |
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Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/a |
N/a |
N/a |
The Air NZ Cargo office is not capable of holding multiple units of cargo e.g. a fully laden 777-200 aircraft with about 10 PMCs (Prorate Manual-Cargo), would stretch total storage capacity hence large or regular Importers are asked to uplift their cargo immediately on unloading to allow temporary storage of the balance.
Runways
The condition of the runway is good. Plans are already in place for runway rejuvenation and to improve sealing. An extension to one side of the runway 26, RESA, is expected to be completed by year 2020.
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Single runway |
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|---|---|
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Runway Dimensions |
2329 (m) X 45 (m) |
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Orientation |
Runway 08/26 |
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Surface |
Concrete |
Helicopter Pad(s)
There are no designated helicopter pads. The apron in front of the terminal has been used for landings in the past and there is ample space to park on the grassed areas adjacent to the runway if overnight parking is required.
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Helipad #1 |
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|---|---|
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Present |
No |
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Largest Helicopter that can Land |
Any size |
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Width and Length (m) |
N/a |
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Surface |
N/a |
Airport Infrastructure Details
The Airfield is kept in good condition. A new ILS has just been installed with duel PAPI replacing the TVASIS.
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Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
No |
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Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refuelling |
Yes |
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Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
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Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
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Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
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Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
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Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
CATEGORY 8 |
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Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
No |
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Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
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Airport Radar |
No |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes no lead in lights |
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NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
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ILS |
Yes |
Airport Operating Details
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Operating Details |
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|---|---|---|---|
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
777-300 |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
777-300 |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
7,500 |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
1600m3 |
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Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
No |
Max Capacity (MT) |
N/a |
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Max Height (m) |
N/a |
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Loading Ramps |
No |
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Other Comments |
They have a 2.5 tonne forklift to load and unload cargo. |
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Customs Guidance
Passengers arriving and staying in Cook Islands must clear customs at Rarotonga International Airport including passengers transiting en-route to an outer island. Administration hours of work are from 0800-1600 hours Mon-Friday and during international arrivals and departures at Rarotonga International airport. .
For more information on customs in Rarotonga, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Email: www.customs.info@cookislands.gov.ck
Website: www.customs.gov.ck
Storage Facilities
Storage facilities are limited on the airport, and currently operating at capacity.
Airfield Costs
Navigation Charges
Payments for landing charges are to be paid to Cook Islands Airport Authority Administration building in Finance and Accounts section. This can be paid either through handling agent or direct.
| Charges | Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) | ||
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0 - 7,000 |
Under 400,000kg |
Over 400,000kg |
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Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
NIL (Upper airspace charges with Auckland Oceanic) |
NIL (Upper airspace charges with Auckland Oceanic) |
NIL (Upper airspace charges with Auckland Oceanic) |
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Landing USD - $ |
$1.59 |
$9.09 |
$14.25 |
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Night Landing USD - $ |
same as above + $35.18 |
same as above + $35.18 |
same as above + $35.18 |
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Night Take-Off USD - $ |
same as above + $35.18 |
same as above + $35.18 |
same as above + $35.18 |
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Parking |
first 4 hours free, Each hour thereafter is $10/hour |
first 4 hours free, Each hour thereafter is $10/hour |
first 4 hours free, Each hour thereafter is $10/hour |
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Handling Charges (INTL Pax Terminal charge per handling arriving & departing passenger) |
$4.64 |
$4.64 |
$4.64 |
Fuel Services Charges
The main refueller is Pacific Energy. There are various rates depending on the Customer’s annual volumes. Regular customers are the Airlines that operate in/out of Rarotonga. Adhoc (non-schedule flights) will usually work with international bulk fuel agents that have contracts with PACENERGY:
- WFS
- UVair
- Jetex
- AEG or
- Avfuel
The PAP prices(posted airport price) as follows:
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Price per Litre USD - $ |
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|---|---|
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Jet A-1 |
435.78 USC/Gal |
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Avgas |
N/a |
Cargo Terminal Charges
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Import Charges |
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|---|---|---|
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Type of Charge |
Rate NZD -$ per Kg or Unit |
Rate NZD -$ per Kg or Unit incl. VAT |
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Cargo Administration Fee Applies to all import port master air waybills processed through the Air NZ Cargo terminals in Rarotonga |
$25.00 |
$28.75 |
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Storage General Cargo Fee Storage is free for general cargo for the 96 hours following actual arrival time of the aircraft thereafter the storage charge is applicable |
$25 Minimum / 20 cents per Kg |
$28.75 Minimum / 23 cents per Kg |
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Storage Consolidated / Chilled & Valuable Cargo Fee Storage is free for Consolidated Cargo for the 24 hours following actual arrival time of the aircraft thereafter the storage charge is applicable. |
$25 Minimum / 20 cents per Kg |
$28.75 Minimum / 23 cents per Kg |
|
Bag Tag Customs Bond Fee Handling of Customs held Baggage in bonded area |
$30 per piece |
$34.50 per piece |
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Loose Handling Fee Import Applies to all Import cargo requiring breaking down for delivery |
$5 Minimum / 5 cents per Kg |
$5.75 Minimum / 5.75 cents per Kg |
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AVI Handling Fee Import Handling charges for Import Dog & Cat shipments |
$30 per piece |
$34.50 per piece |
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Delivery After-hours Fee |
Pricing on request and by agreement only |
|
|
Export Charges |
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|---|---|---|
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Type of Charge |
Rate NZD -$ per Kg or Unit |
Rate NZD -$ per Kg or Unit incl. VAT |
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Cargo Administration Fee Applies to all export master air waybills processed through the Air NZ Cargo terminals in Rarotonga |
$25.00 |
$28.75 |
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Terminal Security Fee Applies to all outbound shipments |
$15 Minimum / 3 cents per Kg (Minimum retail only) |
$17.25 Minimum/3.45 cents per Kg |
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Security Screening Fee Applies to all outbound cargo |
$3.50 per piece |
$4.03 per piece |
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Storage Valuable Cargo Fee Applies to all valuable shipments that are delivered to the cargo terminal more than 90 minutes prior to the scheduled aircraft departure time. Valuable cargo presented 90 minutes or less from the scheduled aircraft departure time is free of charge. |
$50 Minimum / 40 cents per Kg |
$57.50 Minimum / 46 cents per Kg |
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Dangerous Goods Fee Applies to all export shipments that contain dangerous goods that require the certification and cargo checked. |
$70.00 |
$80.50 |
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Dangerous Goods Fee IATA Agent – Dangerous goods certified Applies to all export shipments that contain dangerous goods that presented with all cargo and documents fully compliant with the IATA Dangerous Goods regulations. |
$52.00 |
$59.80 |
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Loose Handling Fee Export Applies to all export cargo presented loose for carriage |
$5 Minimum / 5 cents per Kg |
$5.75 Minimum / 5.75 cents per Kg |
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AVI Handling Fee Export Handling charges for export Dog & Cat shipments |
$30 per piece |
$34.50 per piece |
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Acceptance After Hours Fees |
Pricing on request and by agreement only |
|
Air-bridge Charges
No air bridge available - only step ladder which airlines utilise for international movements for boarding or disembarking.
Security
Security procedure measures for aviation have been strengthened since 9/11. Security check procedures have been increased for flights to the US mainland. Check-in for passengers commences four hours prior to ETD as per TSA requirement. Airfield is fully fenced.
2.2.2 Cook Islands Atiutaki National Airport
Airport Overview
The original Aitutaki coral airstrip was constructed by American Marines during World War 2. The airport handles on average 5 flights daily from Rarotonga. It is served mainly by domestic airlines Air Rarotonga. Aitutaki Airport Terminal provides basic facilities for arriving and departing passengers. The runway was sealed in 2003 and a rejuvenation of sealing in 2012. It has two direct flights a week to the Island of Atiu.
1 Main Runway 2 Terminal 3 Disused (crushed coral) Runway
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Airport Location and Contact |
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|---|---|
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Country |
Cook Islands |
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Province or District |
Araura |
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Nearest Town or City |
Arutanga 6 km |
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Airport’s Complete Name |
Aitutaki or Araura Airport) |
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Latitude |
18°49’52”S |
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Longitude |
159°45’50”W |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
19FT / 5.79 m |
|
IATA Code |
AIT |
|
ICAO Code |
NCAI |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Cook Islands Airport Authority |
|
Management Contact Person |
Joseph Ngamata |
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1,824 m X 30 m |
|
Runway Orientation |
14/32 |
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Runway Surface |
Asphalt |
|
Runway Condition |
Good |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes Air Rarotonga |
|
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes RFF CATEGORY 4 |
|
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes but limited |
|
Navigation Aids |
Yes NDB |
Perimeter Fencing |
Yes |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
There are no refuelling services available.
|
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|
|---|---|
|
Jet A-1 |
N/a |
|
Avgas |
N/a |
2.2.3 Cook Islands All Other National Airports
Airports Overview
The airports listed below have no facilities other than a crushed coral strip and a single small building that acts as cargo and passenger terminal and ticket office.
There is no security screening and refuelling facility in the outer islands, no runway lighting or perimeter fencing, no fire fighting equipment available and other than Penrhyn - no navigation aid. Weather information (AWS) is obtained from Rarotonga Met service or Rarotonga Air Traffic Control, Windsocks are on each of the islands located either end of runway, ground handling to these islands is arranged through Air Rarotonga, main domestic carrier. Aircraft parking is limited. Apart from Manihiki, Penrhn and Pukapuka the airports are located within a short distance of the main village on their respective Island. These airports are non-certified aerodromes, their respective Island Council’s manage state of runway.
2.2.4 Cook Islands Mangaia Island Airport
2.2.5 Cook Islands Mauke Island Airport
2.2.6 Cook Islands Atiu Island Airport
2.2.7 Cook Islands Penrhyn Island Airport
2.2.4 Cook Islands Mangaia Island Airport
Airport Overview
Mangaia - the southern most island in the Cook Islands, lies east south east of Rarotonga by 131 miles (114nm/211km).
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
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Country |
Cook Islands |
|
Province or District |
Mangaia Island |
|
Latitude |
21°53'37"S |
|
Longitude |
157°54'31"W |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
|
|
IATA Code |
MGS |
|
ICAO Code |
NCMG |
Runway
|
Runway |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1011m x 30m |
|
Runway Orientation |
10/28 |
|
Runway Surface |
|
|
Runway Condition |
|
This airport is a non-certified aerodrome.
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
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Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes (arranged through Air Rarotonga) |
|
Air Traffic Control |
n/a |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes (but limited) |
|
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
2.2.5 Cook Islands Mauke Island Airport
Airport Overview
Mauke – lies 173 miles (150nm/278km) northeast of Rarotonga in a group of three islands collectively named Nga-pu-toru. Like Atiu, Mauke had an original short grass runway built in 1977 positioned in the island interior. In the early 1980's a new airstrip of compacted coral was built on the Northern coast. It is a non-certified aerodrome.
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Cook Islands |
|
Latitude |
20°08’14”S |
|
Longitude |
157°20’38”W |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
|
|
IATA Code |
MUK |
|
ICAO Code |
NCMK |
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1592m x 30 metres |
|
Runway Orientation |
10/28 |
|
Runway Surface |
|
|
Runway Condition |
|
This airport is a non-certified aerodrome.
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes (arranged through Air Rarotonga) |
|
Air Traffic Control |
n/a |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes (but limited) |
|
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
2.2.6 Cook Islands Mitiaro Island Airport
Airport Overview
Mitiaro in the Ngaputoru group is the northern most island of the three, with Atiu to the southwest and Mauke to the southeast. Originally built in 1977 the airstrip was later realigned to allow for an improved compacted coral surface and length in the early 1980's. It is a non-certified aerodrome.
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Cook Islands |
|
Latitude |
19°50’28”S |
|
Longitude |
157°42’37”W |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
|
|
IATA Code |
MOI |
|
ICAO Code |
NCMR |
Runway
|
Runway |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1200m x 30m |
|
Runway Orientation |
09/27 |
|
Runway Surface |
|
|
Runway Condition |
|
This airport is a non-certified aerodrome.
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes (arranged through Air Rarotonga) |
|
Air Traffic Control |
n/a |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes (but limited) |
|
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
2.2.6 Cook Islands Atiu Island Airport
Airport Overview
At 139 miles from Rarotonga (121nm/224km) Atiu (in the Ngaputoru group) has had air access since 1977 when a short grass runway was built near Areora in the middle for the island. Once local airlines re-equipped with larger aircraft a new airstrip of compacted coral was constructed on the northern coastline that became operational in 1983.
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Cook Islands |
|
Latitude |
19°58’00”S |
|
Longitude |
158°07’31”W |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
|
|
IATA Code |
AIU |
|
ICAO Code |
NCAT |
Runway
|
Runway |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1255m x 30m |
|
Runway Orientation |
09/27 |
|
Runway Surface |
|
|
Runway Condition |
|
This airport is a non-certified aerodrome.
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes (arranged through Air Rarotonga) |
|
Air Traffic Control |
n/a |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes (but limited) |
|
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
This airport has no facilities other than a crushed coral strip and a single small building that acts as cargo and passenger terminal and ticket office.
Weather information (AWS) is obtained from Rarotonga Met service or Rarotonga Air Traffic Control. Windsocks are on each of the islands located either end of runway, ground handling to these islands is arranged through Air Rarotonga, main domestic carrier.
2.2.7 Cook Islands Penrhyn Island Airport
Airport Overview
The Penrhyn runway was built during World War 2 as part of the allied military initiative along with Aitutaki and Tonga to create an alternative Eastern war time supply route from Hawaii through to Australia and New Zealand. The airstrip stretches along a narrow motu (islet) next to the village of Omoka. Penrhyn has an NDB (non directional beacon) which is operated on request.(O/R)
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Cook Islands |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Omoka |
|
Latitude |
09°00’22”S |
|
Longitude |
158°02’11”W |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
|
|
IATA Code |
PYE |
|
ICAO Code |
NCPY |
Runway
|
Runway |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
2212m x 30m |
|
Runway Orientation |
14/32 |
|
Runway Surface |
|
|
Runway Condition |
|
The compacted coral runway was originally nearly 3000 metres long but has since been shortened.
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
|
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes (arranged through Air Rarotonga) |
|
Air Traffic Control |
n/a |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes (but limited) |
|
Navigation Aids |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
2.2.8 Cook Islands Manihiki Island Airport
Airport Overview
The Manihiki airstrip was built in the early 1980's but not used commercially until 1991 when it was extended to a length sufficient for commercial flights. Nearby Rakahanga also had an airstrip however destroyed by successive hurricanes. Located on the Northeastern motu (islet) of Tukao, it is 750 miles (652nm/1208km) distance from Rarotonga. It is a non-certified aerodrome.
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Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Cook Islands |
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Latitude |
10°22’28”S |
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Longitude |
161°00’12”W |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
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IATA Code |
MHX |
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ICAO Code |
NCMH |
Runway
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Runway |
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Runway Dimensions |
1700m x 30m |
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Runway Orientation |
14/32 |
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Runway Surface |
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Runway Condition |
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Airport Infrastructure Details
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Infrastructure |
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Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
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Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes (arranged through Air Rarotonga) |
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Air Traffic Control |
n/a |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
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Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes (but limited) |
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Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
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Windsock |
Yes |
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2.2.9 Cook Islands Pukapuka Island
Airport Overview
Built in 1993, the compacted coral airstrip is situated on the atoll’s southern motu. 750nm from Rarotonga and 370nm from Pago Pago, Pukapuka is the Cook Islands northwestern most island. It is a non-certified aerodrome.
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Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Cook Islands |
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Latitude |
10°54’55”S |
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Longitude |
165°50’43”W |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
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IATA Code |
PZK |
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ICAO Code |
NCPK |
Runway(s)
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Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
1393m x 30m |
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Runway Orientation |
07/25 |
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Runway Surface |
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Runway Condition |
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Airport Infrastructure Details
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Infrastructure |
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Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
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Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes (arranged through Air Rarotonga) |
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Air Traffic Control |
n/a |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
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Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes (but limited) |
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Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
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Windsock |
Yes |
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