International hub · Tarawa, Kiribati
Tarawa/Bonriki International
- Elevation
- 9 ft
- Coordinates
- 1°23′N 173°09′E
- Local time
- Pacific/Tarawa
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Field information
NGTA runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Tarawa/Bonriki International (NGTA/TRW) has one runway, 09/27, 6,598 ft (2,011 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: Mon-Fri 2000-0415Z. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at NGTA, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Pacific/Tarawa
Country
Kiribati
KI
Municipality
South Tarawa
Elevation
9 ft
Position
1.3816, 173.1470
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Mon-Fri 2000-0415Z
Runways · NGTA
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 6,598 ft (2,011 m) | 135 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at NGTA.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Tarawa/Bonriki International (NGTA / TRW) in Tarawa, Kiribati, through one 24/7 OCC desk. NGTA 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 NGTA
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Kiribati
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Kiribati. Applicable permit lead times for Kiribati 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 Kiribati are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at NGTA
Direct FBO and handler coordination at NGTA covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at NGTA
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at NGTA is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to NGTA
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for NGTA: 1° 22′ 54″ N 173° 8′ 49″ E; elevation 9 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Tarawa
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Tarawa. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at NGTA.
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Cargo Operations at NGTA
Support for freighter operations into NGTA covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where NGTA sits in the network
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Operating into NGTA?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Tarawa/Bonriki International — one desk for the whole trip.