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2.2.1.1 Micronesia Pohnpei International Airport
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Airport Overview

Pohnpei International Airport (PNI) is located on Deketik, a small lagoon islet connected to Pohnpei Island by a mile-long causeway. The airport receives regular commercial flights from Guam (via Chuuk) and Honolulu (via the Marshall Islands and Kosrae). The facilities are also equipped to handle direct flights from the Asia, the U.S. mainland and island groups in the region. United Airlines provided the main passenger service to Pohnpei and Asia Pacific Air (APA) provide airfreight services twice weekly.

Caroline Islands Air (CIA) has previously made periodic flights from Pohnpei to civil airfields on the atolls of Mwoakilloa, Pingelap, and Sapwuahfik, however their aircraft is currently out of service. They are expecting a new Islander Aircraft to arrive soon to recommence services The airport has a passenger terminal but has no freight storage facilities but complies with FFA standards and regulations in its operation.

Airport Location and Contact

Country

Federated States of Micronesia

Province or District

Pohnpei

Nearest Town or City
with Distance from Airport

Kolonia 1.2 km 

Airport’s Complete Name

Pohnpei International Airport

Latitude

6.9850996 

Longitude

158.2089880

Elevation (ft and m)

8 ft. / 2.4 m

IATA Code

  PNI

ICAO Code

PTPN

Managing Company or Airport Authority

Pohnpei Port Authority

Management Contact Person

Mr Grilly Jack

General Manager & Ronald Reyes Airport Manager

Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday       0800-1700 local time

Saturday                   0800-0200 local time

Sunday                     Closed

Security On-Duty      24 hrs / 7 days

Airport Picture


  •  Pohnpei Port Authority (PPA) offices
  • Terminal Building
  • United Airlines (UA) cargo ground handling shed
  • Hard Stand
  • Emergency Services, ground services equipment (GSE) shed
  • Customs and Immigration
  • PPA Hangar
  • Vital FSM Petroleum fuel farm

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

Pohnpei International Airport is owned and operated by the Pohnpei Port Authority (PPA) located adjacent to the Airport Terminal. Airport operations are run directly by PPA with several contracted services being provided by private companies.

Ground handling for passenger aircraft is handled by United Airlines and air freight services provided by APA. Freight is handled by CTSI a freight and logistics company.

Fuel services to the airport are handled by FSM Petroleum Company located adjacent to the airport.

For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Micronesia Airport Companies Contact List

Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/

Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator

International passenger flights are mainly by way of United Airlines who services Pohnpei daily. The flight route also acts as a domestic flight route from and to Weno, Kosrae and Guam for connecting flights to Yap. United airlines use Boeing 737-800 but arrival passenger traffic may be as little as 20-40/day.

Nauru Airlines commenced service effective 16th October 2022, flying Brisbane - Nauru - Tarawa - Majuro -Pohnpei. Direct flights from Brisbane through to these North Pacific destinations.

Performance for 2022


Per Year

Per Month Per Day

Total Aircraft Movements

480 40 1-2

Total Passengers (inbound and outbound)

50,000 4,000 140

Total Capacity of the Airport (MT)

Unknown

Current Activity of the Airport (MT)

900 75 2.5

Current Use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS)

None

Cargo handling capacity could be expanded in case of surge demand resulting from a disaster response using additional equipment from the adjacent port facilities if necessary. Storage would be the limiting factor and additional requirements would potentially require MSU(s)

Runways

Runways and hardstand are in good condition. All surfaces are asphalt and daily inspections are undertaken. There are no apparent issues which could affect the future use. 

Runway #1

Runway Dimensions

1,829 x 46 m

Orientation

083 magnetic, 090 true

Surface

asphalt/grooved, in good condition

Runway #2

Runway Dimensions

1,829 x 46 m

Orientation

263 magnetic, 270 true

Surface

asphalt/grooved, in good condition

Helicopter Pad(s)

There are no dedicated helicopter pads, and any arrivals are required to use the hardstands area for fuelling and Northwest corner of the apron for flight maintenance and engine run-up.

Airport Infrastructure Details

The airport consists of a single main terminal and small ground handling shed. Handling Equipment is well maintained including ramps elevators and fuel supply equipment. Emergency equipment is well maintained and used and inspected daily.

Customs

Yes

JET A-1 fuel

Yes

Immigration

Yes 

AVGAS 100

No provided by individual operators 

Terminal Building

Yes 

Single Point Refueling

No

Passenger Terminal

Yes 

Air Starter Units

Yes

Cargo terminal

No

Ground Power (mobile)

Yes

Pax Transport to Airfield

No

Ground Handling Services

Yes

Control Tower

No

Latrine Servicing

No

Weather Facilities

Honolulu control facility centre

Fire Fighting Category (ICAO)

ARFF-Category 7 index c

Aircraft Rescue & Firefighting (ARFF) On-Duty or On-Call                      

24 hrs / 7 days

Catering Services

Yes

De-icing Equipment

NA

Base Operating Room

Honolulu control facility centre

Parking Ramp Lighting

Yes

Airport Radar

No

Approach & Runway Lights

Yes

NDB

No

VOR

No

ILS

No



Airport Operating Details

Operating Details

Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo

C130 /C17

Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet

C130 /C17

Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²)

8,400

Storage Area (m3 and MT)

No warehouse storage area. External storage only on side of hard stand

Handling Equipment

Elevators / Hi Loaders

No.

elevated conveyor belt available

Max Capacity (MT)


Max Height (m)


Loading Ramps

No

Other Comments

There are a number of forklifts ranging  from 2 mt to 28 mt available at the adjacent Pohnpei port also operated by PPA

Customs Guidance

As with all states in the FSM Customs is nationally controlled and regulated through the Department of Finance and Tax Administration. DFTA Customs officers are based in each state capital and attend the airport upon the arrival of each aircraft. Attendance at the airport is dependent on the schedule otherwise customs is located at their field offices between 8am-5pm Monday – Friday

Standard shipment documentation is required to clear customs and is processed at the airport at state level. For tax and duty exemption the procedure is to obtain the exemption letter for humanitarian goods through DECEM and the Dept of Transport and Infrastructure in Palikir and for such an exemption letter to be provided with the clearance documentation at the port level ideally prior to the arrival of the shipment. 

Clearance time for consignment is 24-48 hours and humanitarian goods will be prioritised in an emergency provided correct documentation is complete.

For more information on customs in FSM, please see the following link:1.3 Micronesia Customs Information

Storage Facilities

There are no storage facilities available inside the airport perimeter. However there are a small number of small warehouses outside the airport including one belonging to the State Government While it would need to be confirmed, there is a potential MSU site located to the north of the ground handling equipment shed that may be available in case of emergency.   


Airfield Costs

Navigation Charges

All charges are the responsibility of the carrier and can be paid at the Airport manager’s office in the terminal building unless other arrangements have been made.

Charges

Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg)


0 - 2,800

2,800 - over

Navigation (per journey) USD - $

NA

$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight

Landing USD - $

$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight

$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight

Night Landing USD - $

$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight

$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight

Night Take-Off USD - $

$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight

$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight

Parking $0.90/400Kg/24hours $1.00/400Kg/24hours

Handling Charges

NA

NA

Fuel Services Charges

All fuel is provided via Vital / FSM Petroleum and they are responsible for fuelling aircraft using tanker trucks.


Price per Litre USD - $
Jet A-1 1.59/lt
Avgas Not available

Cargo Terminal Charges

There is no regular general freight handling provider. United Airlines as the main carrier have dedicated ground crew for loading and loading passenger aircraft. CTSI Logistics provide ground services to APA for the twice weekly air freight service providing mail and parcel freight.

It was indicated by DECEM that in the event of a state of emergency, fees and charges would be waived for humanitarian aircrafts.

Import Charges

Type of Charge

Rate USD - $ per kg

Comments

Handling Charge

1/kg indicative rate


Break Bulk Fee

NA


Diplomatic Mail

Yes


Strong Room – per consignment

NA


Cold Storage Fee

NA


Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours

No


Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt

Unknown


Storage per Day

NA


Export

Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo

Unknown


International Air Waybill

Unknown


Local Air Waybill

Unknown


Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation

Unknown


Air Way Bill Documentation

Unknown


Diplomatic Mail

Unknown


Storage Charges per Day

Unknown


Air-bridge Charges

NA

Security

The security of the airport falls under the responsibility of the Department of Transport Communications and Infrastructure. As part of meeting FFA compliance for airport operations security is structured and effective.

The airport is fully fenced, and access can only be gained with photo ID through a security gate. Non airport staffs are escorted by security.

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