Airport Name and ICAO/IATA Code
Jacksons International Airport (ICAO: AYPY / IATA: POM)
Location (City, Country)
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
Airport Type & Size
Jacksons International Airport is a primarily passenger-focused (PAX) airport, with only a few dedicated cargo flights (mostly contracts with China).
The airport has two runways:
- Runway 14L/32R: 2,750 meters
- Runway 14R/32L: 2,066 meters
Terminal layout:
- Blue Circle: Domestic Terminal
- Green Circle: International Terminal
The airport features 19 total stands:
- 14 Domestic stands
- 4 International stands
- 1 Cargo stand
Why should this airport be added to World of Airports?
Jacksons International offers a small to mid-sized gameplay experience ideal for players who enjoy fast-paced, compact airports.
It would create interesting regional connectivity with Australia and the Pacific Islands and offer variety compared to large hubs. The size and design make it similar to airports like SXM or BRI — providing tight, action-packed sessions.
Major Airlines & Routes
Domestic Airlines:
- Air Niugini
- Airlines PNG
International Airlines:
- Qantas
- Philippine Airlines
- Solomon Airlines
- China Southern Airlines
- Cathay Pacific
Example Destinations:
Wewak, Lae, Rabaul, Hoskins, Goroka, Mount Hagen, Cairns, Sydney, Brisbane, Darwin, Manila, Honiara, Hong Kong, Singapore, Madang, Popondetta, Kavieng, Guangzhou, Lorengua
Unique Features or Challenges
- Small airport footprint ideal for dynamic gameplay
- Mix of domestic and international operations
- Possibility of medium-sized aircraft operations (e.g., flights to Sydney, Brisbane)
- Rare regional connection to Oceania and Southeast Asia in WoA network
- Two runways providing operational flexibility despite compact layout
Optional: Links, images, maps, or videos
Port Moresby International Airport - Wikipedia
