Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Samoa

NSFAAPW

Faleolo International Airport

Apia, Samoa

ICAO

NSFA

IATA

APW

Category

International Hub

Elevation

58 ft

Country

Samoa

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at NSFA

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Faleolo International Airport (NSFA / APW) in Apia, Samoa, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

NSFA 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 – Samoa

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Samoa.

Applicable permit lead times for Samoa 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 Samoa are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at NSFA

Direct FBO and handler coordination at NSFA covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Faleolo International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8.

Jet A1 Fuel at NSFA

Fuel on record at Faleolo 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 NSFA

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for NSFA: 13° 49′ 48″ S 172° 0′ 29″ W; elevation 58 ft; local time UTC+13.

Crew & Passenger Services in Apia

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Apia.

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

Cargo Operations at NSFA

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

Field Information

Faleolo International Airport

Latitude
13° 49′ 48″ S
Longitude
172° 0′ 29″ W
ICAO code
NSFA
IATA code
APW
Municipality
Apia
Timezone
UTC+13
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 8
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To APW?

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

Submit flight inquiry for NSFA

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – NSFA

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Faleolo International Airport?

The ICAO code is NSFA and the IATA code is APW.

Is Jet A1 available at NSFA?

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

What is the fire category at NSFA?

Faleolo International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8.

What time zone does NSFA operate in?

Faleolo International Airport operates on UTC+13.

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

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 NSFA.