International hub · Nuku Alofa, Tonga
Fua'Amotu International
- Elevation
- 126 ft
- Coordinates
- 21°14′S 175°09′W
- Local time
- Pacific/Tongatapu
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Field information
NFTF runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Fua'Amotu International (NFTF/TBU) has 2 runways; the longest, 11/29, is 8,795 ft (2,681 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at NFTF, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Pacific/Tongatapu
Country
Tonga
TO
Municipality
Nuku'alofa
Elevation
126 ft
Position
-21.2414, -175.1492
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Runways · NFTF
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 8,795 ft (2,681 m) | 147 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 17/35 | 4,951 ft (1,509 m) | 195 ft | grass | — |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at NFTF.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Fua'Amotu International (NFTF / TBU) in Nuku Alofa, Tonga, through one 24/7 OCC desk. NFTF 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 NFTF
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Tonga
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Tonga. Applicable permit lead times for Tonga 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 Tonga are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at NFTF
Direct FBO and handler coordination at NFTF covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at NFTF
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at NFTF is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to NFTF
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for NFTF: 21° 14′ 29″ S 175° 8′ 57″ W; elevation 126 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Nuku Alofa
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Nuku Alofa. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at NFTF.
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Cargo Operations at NFTF
Support for freighter operations into NFTF covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into NFTF?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Fua'Amotu International — one desk for the whole trip.