Airport
Background
The Norfolk Island International Airport is the primary gateway to Norfolk Island for both visitors and residents and is one of the island's most important pieces of infrastructure.
The first runway on Norfolk Island was constructed with assistance from the United States Air Force. The first aircraft to use the runway was a Lockheed Hudson bomber on 25 December 1942. Today, the island receives five commercial services per week from Sydney and Brisbane.
Regular commercial services are operated by a Boeing 737-800 aircraft, six days a week.
In addition to regular commercial services, the airport plays a crucial role for medical evacuations to mainland Australia.
The airport occupies 120 hectares of land, of which 95 hectares are dedicated to aviation purposes. This includes the primary and secondary runways, the airport terminal, and the terminal car park.
Regulation and Safety
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) regulates the airport on aviation safety matters. Matters relating to aviation security are regulated by the Australian Government Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sports and the Arts.
Regular audits are carried out by the department to ensure that the systems and processes in place comply with both the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Aviation Transport Security Regulations.
Norfolk Island International Airport maintains an enviable safety record and remains fully compliant with relevant legislation at all times.
Type A Charts
The Type A chart is designed to inform aircraft operators and the Airport Authority of potential take-off flight path obstructions that may impact aircraft performance.
Surveys are conducted from all current runway ends to identify the height and locations of obstacles that aircraft must safely clear during departure. The slope from the aircraft take-off point to each obstacle is calculated to identify the critical obstacle - where the slope is steepest.
This information is distributed in a standardised format known as a Type A chart, which includes a comprehensive database of all obstacles for each runway end. These charts, and their associated databases, are reviewed and updated with the latest survey information whenever changes are identified, or at least once every two years.
Drone Operation on Norfolk Island
Remote piloted aircraft (RPAs), commonly known as drones, must be registered in accordance with aviation regulations.
To register your drone, scan the below QR Code or email the Airport Team at info@airport.gov.nf and request a registration link.
Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday:
7:00am - 3:00pm
Saturday and Sunday:
During Regular Passenger Transport (RPT) operations.
Other aircraft movements:
As required by arrangement, with a minimum of 24 hours' prior notice.
Contact Us
Airport Operations Manager
Norfolk Island International Airport
Douglas Drive
Norfolk Island 2899
Phone: +6723 22445
Mobile: +6723 50357
Fax: +6723 23201
Email: info@airport.gov.nf