International hub · Lae, Papua New Guinea
Lae/Nadzab
- Elevation
- 239 ft
- Coordinates
- 6°34′S 146°44′E
- Local time
- Pacific/Port Moresby
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Field information
AYNZ runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Lae/Nadzab (AYNZ/LAE) has one runway, 09/27, 8,000 ft (2,438 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 6. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at AYNZ, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Pacific/Port Moresby
Country
Papua New Guinea
PG
Municipality
Lae
Elevation
239 ft
Position
-6.5680, 146.7265
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 6
Runways · AYNZ
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 8,000 ft (2,438 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at AYNZ.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Lae/Nadzab (AYNZ / LAE) in Lae, Papua New Guinea, through one 24/7 OCC desk. AYNZ is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at AYNZ
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Papua New Guinea
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Papua New Guinea. Applicable permit lead times for Papua New Guinea are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Papua New Guinea are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at AYNZ
Direct FBO and handler coordination at AYNZ covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at AYNZ
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at AYNZ is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to AYNZ
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for AYNZ: 6° 34′ 5″ S 146° 43′ 36″ E; elevation 239 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Lae
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Lae. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at AYNZ.
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Cargo Operations at AYNZ
Support for freighter operations into AYNZ covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where AYNZ sits in the network
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Operating into AYNZ?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Lae/Nadzab — one desk for the whole trip.