Suavanao Airport (VAO): Codes, Runways & Location
Suavanao Airport (IATA: VAO · ICAO: AGGV) is a small airport serving Suavanao, Solomon Islands. It lies at 7.5856° S, 158.7310° E, 20 ft (6 m) above sea level.
Overview of Suavanao Airport
Suavanao Airport is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a small airport, serving the area of Suavanao in Solomon Islands. It is identified by the IATA code VAO and the ICAO code AGGV. It has scheduled commercial airline service.
Suavanao Airport has 1 runway recorded. Its longest runway is about 850 m (2789 ft) long. A runway of that length can physically support small turboprops and light business jets, though actual limits also depend on elevation, temperature, payload and local procedures. Runway surface: grass. The field elevation is 20 ft (6 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Fera/Maringe Airport (FRE) about 110 km away.
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Airport Details & Runways
Physical characteristics from the public-domain OurAirports dataset.
Location & Runway Capacity
Aircraft capacity by runway length
Longest runway ≈ 850 m — turboprop capable
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Suavanao Airport (VAO) is one of many airports in Solomon Islands. Browse the full list to compare runways, codes and locations across the country.
Seaports near Suavanao Airport
Sea–air intermodal connections: the nearest seaports to Suavanao Airport, for combined air–sea freight, port-to-airport transfers and regional logistics planning.
Frequently Asked Questions about Suavanao Airport
Where is Suavanao Airport located?
Suavanao Airport is located in Suavanao, Solomon Islands. Its coordinates are 7.5856° S, 158.7310° E.
What is the airport code for Suavanao Airport?
Suavanao Airport has an IATA code of VAO and an ICAO code of AGGV.
How long is the runway at Suavanao Airport?
Suavanao Airport's longest runway is about 850 m (2789 ft), which can support small turboprops and light business jets.
How many runways does Suavanao Airport have?
Suavanao Airport has 1 runway recorded in the dataset, with grass surfacing.
Is Suavanao Airport a major airport?
Suavanao Airport is classified as a small airport, though it does carry scheduled service.
About this data
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