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 |
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Country |
Cook Islands |
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Nearest Town or City |
Omoka |
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Latitude |
09°00’22”S |
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Longitude |
158°02’11”W |
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Elevation (ft and m) |
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IATA Code |
PYE |
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ICAO Code |
NCPY |
Runway
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Runway |
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Runway Dimensions |
2212m 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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The compacted coral runway was originally nearly 3000 metres long but has since been shortened.
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 |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
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Windsock |
Yes |
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