The Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Papua New Guinea (CASA PNG) manages landing permits with a focus on safety and environmental compliance. For non-scheduled international flights, operators must submit applications at least seven days in advance, providing details such as flight purpose, routing, and technical stops. Required documents includes;

1. Flight Plan: Detailed route plan with departure/arrival airports and timings; submitted to CASA PNG for approval (mandatory for all flights).
2. Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC): Valid certification from the home country’s authority showing approval for commercial or non-commercial operations.
3. Insurance Certificate: Proof of valid insurance for hull, passenger liability, and third-party liability per Papua New Guinea’s aviation laws.
4. Aircraft Registration Certificate: Document proving the aircraft is legally registered in its home country for international operations.
5. Aircraft Airworthiness Certificate: Certificate confirming the aircraft’s airworthiness and compliance with international/local safety standards.
6. Crew Licenses: Valid licenses for all flight crew, particularly pilots, issued by their national authority and recognized by CASA PNG.
7. Passenger Manifest: List of all passengers on board, required for customs and immigration processing in Papua New Guinea.
8. Cargo Manifest (if applicable): Manifest detailing cargo contents, required for customs clearance if the flight carries cargo.
9. Slot Confirmation (if applicable): Needed for busy airports like Jacksons International (POM) to ensure landing space availability.
10. Ground Handling Agent Confirmation: Confirmation from a local agent in Papua New Guinea that necessary services (fueling, parking, etc.) are arranged.
11. Noise Certificate: Advisable document demonstrating compliance with ICAO Annex 16 noise standards, particularly near urban airports.
12. Security Clearance (if applicable): Additional clearance required for flights carrying high-profile individuals, dangerous goods, or sensitive cargo.
13. Special Permissions (if applicable): Extra permissions needed for VIP transport, government work, or special operations (e.g., medical evacuations).
14. Customs and Immigration Pre-Approval: Essential pre-arrangement with customs and immigration authorities for non-scheduled international flights to avoid delays.

Due to Papua New Guinea’s challenging terrain and limited airport infrastructure, flight operators must ensure aircraft meet specific operational requirements. Changes to flight schedules must be promptly communicated, as permits are flight-specific and subject to revalidation based on air traffic and airport capacity.