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Aitutaki Airport

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Aitutaki Airport is the airport for Aitutaki, one of the Cook Islands (IATA: AIT, ICAO: NCAI). The airport was originally constructed by the United States and New Zealand militaries during World War II.[1] The runway was sealed in 2003,[2] with the seal rejuvenated in 2012.[3] As of 2025, it is planned to lengthen and widen the runway.[4] The airport has no aircraft refueling services.[3]

AirporttypeDomestic, public
ServesAitutaki
LocationAitutaki, Cook Islands
ElevationAMSL14 ft (4.3 m)
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Aitutaki Airport
Entrance to the airport with a sign saying "Aitutaki International Airport", although there are no international flights
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Airport typeDomestic, public
ServesAitutaki
LocationAitutaki, Cook Islands
Elevation AMSL14 ft (4.3 m)
Coordinates18°49′51″S 159°45′51″W
WebsiteCook Islands Airports
Interactive map of Aitutaki Airport
Runways
Direction Length Surface
m ft
09/27 1,388 4,555 Coral
14/32 1,804 5,920 Asphalt
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The terminal building at Aitutaki Airport is a roof with no or few windows. There is a small convenience stall where snacks and drinks can be purchased. Resort meet-and-greet stalls are also inside the terminal. Air Rarotonga serves Aitutaki with Saab 340A and Embraer Bandeirante aircraft.

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Air Rarotonga Atiu, Rarotonga[5]
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