The Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Papua New Guinea (CASA PNG) oversees landing permits with an emphasis on safety and environmental regulations. Operators of non-scheduled international flights must submit applications at least seven days before the flight, detailing the flight purpose, routing, and technical stops. Required documentation includes;

1. Flight Plan: A comprehensive route plan, including departure and arrival airports and timings, submitted to CASA PNG for approval (mandatory for all flights).
2. Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC): Certification from the home country’s aviation authority indicating approval for commercial or non-commercial operations.
3. Insurance Certificate: Documentation proving valid insurance coverage for hull, passenger liability, and third-party liability in accordance with Papua New Guinea’s aviation regulations.
4. Aircraft Registration Certificate: A document confirming the aircraft’s legal registration in its home country for international operations.
5. Aircraft Airworthiness Certificate: Certification that the aircraft meets airworthiness standards and complies with international and local safety regulations.
6. Crew Licenses: Valid licenses for all flight crew members, especially pilots, issued by their national authority and accepted by CASA PNG.
7. Passenger Manifest: A complete list of all passengers onboard, required for customs and immigration clearance upon arrival in Papua New Guinea.
8. Cargo Manifest (if applicable): A detailed list of cargo contents, necessary for customs clearance if the flight includes cargo.
9. Slot Confirmation (if applicable): Required for busy airports like Jacksons International (POM) to ensure available landing space.
10. Ground Handling Agent Confirmation: Confirmation from a local ground handling agent in Papua New Guinea that all necessary services (fueling, parking, etc.) have been arranged.
11. Noise Certificate: A document verifying compliance with ICAO Annex 16 noise standards, especially important for flights near urban areas.
12. Security Clearance (if applicable): Additional clearance needed for flights transporting high-profile passengers, dangerous goods, or sensitive cargo.
13. Special Permissions (if applicable): Additional approvals required for VIP transport, government missions, or special operations (such as medical evacuations).
14. Customs and Immigration Pre-Approval: Essential arrangements with customs and immigration authorities for non-scheduled international flights to prevent delays upon arrival.

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