International hub · Vava'u, Tonga
Vava'u Lupepau'u International
- Elevation
- 236 ft
- Coordinates
- 18°35′S 173°58′W
- Local time
- Pacific/Tongatapu
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Field information
NFTV runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Vava'u Lupepau'u International (NFTV/VAV) has one runway, 08/26, 5,593 ft (1,705 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 5. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at NFTV, 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
Vava'u Island
Elevation
236 ft
Position
-18.5853, -173.9620
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 5
Runways · NFTV
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 5,593 ft (1,705 m) | 98 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at NFTV.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Vava'u Lupepau'u International (NFTV / VAV) in Vava'u, Tonga, through one 24/7 OCC desk. NFTV 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 NFTV
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.
- 02
Ground Handling at NFTV
Direct FBO and handler coordination at NFTV covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at NFTV
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at NFTV is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to NFTV
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for NFTV: 18° 35′ 7″ S 173° 57′ 43″ W; elevation 236 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Vava'u
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Vava'u. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at NFTV.
- 06
Cargo Operations at NFTV
Support for freighter operations into NFTV covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into NFTV?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Vava'u Lupepau'u International — one desk for the whole trip.