2.2.1.1 Micronesia Pohnpei International Airport
Airport Overview Airport Picture Description and Contacts of Key Companies Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator Runways Helicopter Pad(s) Airport Infrastructure Details Airport Operating Details Customs Guidance Storage Facilities Airfield Costs Navigation Charges Fuel Services Charges Cargo Terminal Charges Air-bridge Charges Security
Airport Overview
Caroline Islands Air makes periodic flights from Pohnpei to civil airfields on the atolls of Mwoakilloa, Pingelap, and Sapwuahfik. Pohnpei International Airport (PNI) is located on Deketik, a small lagoon islet connected to Pohnpei Island by a mile-long causeway. The airport receives regular commercial flights from Guam (via Chuuk) and Honolulu (via the Marshall Islands and Kosrae). The facilities are also equipped to handle direct flights from the Asian and U.S. mainlands and island groups in the region. United Airlines provided the main passenger service to Pohnpei and Asia Pacific Air (APA) provide airfreight services twice weekly.
The airport has a passenger terminal but has no freight storage facilities but complies with FFA standards and regulations in its operation.
Airport Location and Contact
Country Federated States of Micronesia
Province or District Kolonia
Nearest Town or City 1.2 km N of KOLONIA TOWN with Distance from Airport
Airport’s Complete Name POHNPEI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (PNI) (PTPN)
Latitude 6.9850996
Longitude 158.2089880
Elevation (ft and m) 8 ft. / 2.4 m
IATA Code PNI
ICAO Code PTPN
Managing Company or Airport Authority Pohnpei Port Authority
Management Contact Person Pius Reby
Hours of Operation MONDAY - FRIDAY 1900–0400
SATURDAY 1900–0200
SUNDAY 0600–1300
Security On-Duty 24 hrs / 7 days
Airport Picture
Page 1 Pohnpei Port Authority Terminal Building Ground Handling Hard Stand Emergency Services Customs and Immigration
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Pohnpei Airport is operated by the Pohnpei Port Authority (PAA) who is located adjacent to the Airport Terminal. Airport operations are run directly by PPA with several contracted services being provided by private companies. Ground handling for passenger aircraft is handled by United Airlines and air freight services provided by APA freight is handled by CTSI a freight and logistics company.
Fuel services to the airport are handled by FSM Petroleum Company located adjacent to the airport
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For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Micronesia Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
International passenger flights are mainly by way of United Airlines who services Pohnpei daily. The flight route also acts as a domestic flight route from and to Weno, Kosrae and Guam for connecting flights to Yap. United airlines use a Boeing 737-800 but arrival passenger traffic maybe as little as 20-40 /day
Performance for 2017
Per Year Per Month Per Day
Total Aircraft Movements 480 40 1-2
Total Passengers 720 900 30
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) Unknown
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) Unknown
Current Use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) None
Runways
Runways and hardstand have recently been upgraded in the last 5 years and as such are in good condition. All surfaces are asphalt and daily inspections are undertaken. There are no apparent issues which could affect the future use.
Runway #9
Runway Dimensions 1829 x 46 m
Orientation 083 magnetic, 090 true
Surface asphalt/grooved, in good condition
Runway #27
Runway Dimensions 1829 x 46 m
Orientation 263 magnetic, 270 true
Surface asphalt/grooved, in good condition
Helicopter Pad(s)
There are no dedicated helicopter pads and any arrivals are required to use the hard stand area in front of the Terminal
Airport Infrastructure Details
The airport consists of a single main terminal and small ground handling shed. Handling Equipment is well maintained including ramps elevators and fuel supply equipment. Emergency equipment is well maintained and used and inspected daily.
Customs Yes JET A-1 fuel Yes
Page 3 Immigration Yes AVGAS 100 No provided by individual operators
Terminal Building Yes Single Point Refueling Yes
Passenger Terminal Yes Air Starter Units Yes
Cargo terminal No Ground Power (mobile) Yes
Pax Transport to Airfield No Ground Handling Services Yes
Control Tower No Latrine Servicing No
Weather Facilities ARFF On-Duty or On-Call Fire Fighting Category (ICAO)
24 hrs / 7 days HONOLULU CONTROL FACILITY CENTER
Catering Services Yes De-icing Equipment NA
Base Operating Room HONOLULU CONTROL FACILITY CENTER Parking Ramp Lighting Yes
Airport Radar No Approach & Runway Lights Yes
NDB VOR
ILS
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet C130 /C17
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) 8400
No warehouse storage area. External storage only on side of hard stand Storage Area (m3 and MT)
Handling Equipment
Elevators / Hi Loaders Max Capacity (MT)
Max Height (m)
Loading Ramps No
Other Comments Forklift and elevated conveyor belt available
Customs Guidance
As will all states in the FSM Customs is nationally controlled and regulated through the Department of Finance and Tax Administration. DFTA Customs officers are based in each state capital and attend the airport upon the arrival of each aircraft. Attendance at the airport is dependent on the schedule otherwise customs is located at their field offices between 8am-5pm M-F
Standard shipment documentation is required to clear customs and is processed at the airport at state level. For tax and duty exemption the procedure is to obtain the exemption letter for humanitarian goods through DECEM and the Dept of Transport and Infrastructure in Palikir and for such an exemption letter to be provided with the clearance documentation at the port level ideally prior to the arrival of the shipment.
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Clearance time for consignment is 24-48 hours and humanitarian goods will be prioritised in an emergency provided correct documentation is complete.
For more information on customs in FSM, please see the following link:1.3 Micronesia Customs Information
Storage Facilities
There are no storage facilities available inside the airport perimeter. However there are a small number of small warehouses outside the airport including one belonging to the State Government While this would need to be confirmed, the potential MSU site may be available in case of emergency. This site is located to the northern of the ground handling equipment shed.
Airfield Costs
Navigation Charges
All charges are the responsibility of the carrier and can be paid at the Airport manager’s office in the terminal building unless other arrangements have been made.
Charges Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg)
0 - 2,800 2,800 - over
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ NA NA
Landing USD - $ $1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight $1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight
Night Landing USD - $ $1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight $1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight
Night Take-Off USD - $ $1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight $1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight
Apron Parking $1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight $1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight
Page 5 Parking $0.90/400Kg/24hours $1.00/400Kg/24hours
Handling Charges NA
Fuel Services Charges
All fuel is provided via Vital / FSM Petroleum company and is supplied via tanker. Recent airport improvements did not include upgrade to the single point ground refuelling
Price per Litre USD - $
Jet A-1 1.20/Lt
Avgas Not available
Cargo Terminal Charges
There is no regular general freight handling provider. United Airlines as the main carrier have dedicated ground crew for loading and loading passenger aircraft. CTSI Logistics provide ground services to APA the twice weekly air freight service providing mail and parcel freight.
It was indicated by DECEM that in the event if a state of emergency fees and charges would be waived for humanitarian aircraft.
Import Charges
Type of Charge Rate USD - $ per kg Comments
Handling Charge 1/kg indicative rate
Break Bulk Fee NA
Diplomatic Mail Yes
Strong Room – per consignment NA
Cold Storage Fee NA
Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours No
Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt Unknown
Storage per Day NA
Export
Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo Unknown
International Air Waybill Unknown
Local Air Waybill Unknown
Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation Unknown
Air Way Bill Documentation Unknown
Diplomatic Mail Unknown
Storage Charges per Day Unknown
Air-bridge Charges
NA
Security
The security of the airport falls under the responsibility of the Department of Transport Communications and Infrastructure. As part of meeting FFA compliance for airport operations security is structured and effective.
Page 6 The airport is fully fenced and access can only be gained with photo ID through a security gate. Non airport staff are escorted by security.
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