Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Tonga

NFTVVAV

Vava'u International Airport

Vava'u Island, Tonga

ICAO

NFTV

IATA

VAV

Category

International Hub

Elevation

236 ft

Country

Tonga

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at NFTV

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Vava'u International Airport (NFTV / VAV) in Vava'u Island, 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.

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.

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.

Vava'u International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 5.

Jet A1 Fuel at NFTV

Fuel on record at Vava'u International Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

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′ 6″ S 173° 57′ 43″ W; elevation 236 ft; local time UTC+13.

Crew & Passenger Services in Vava'u Island

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Vava'u Island.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at NFTV.

Cargo Operations at NFTV

Support for freighter operations into NFTV covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Vava'u International Airport

Latitude
18° 35′ 6″ S
Longitude
173° 57′ 43″ W
ICAO code
NFTV
IATA code
VAV
Municipality
Vava'u Island
Timezone
UTC+13
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 5
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To VAV?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for NFTV.

Submit flight inquiry for NFTV

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – NFTV

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Vava'u International Airport?

The ICAO code is NFTV and the IATA code is VAV.

Is Jet A1 available at NFTV?

Yes. Fuel on record at Vava'u International Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at NFTV?

Vava'u International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 5.

What time zone does NFTV operate in?

Vava'u International Airport operates on UTC+13.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for NFTV?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for NFTV.