They are the sole airport operator and air navigation services operator in the Kingdom of Tonga. Their business encompasses six airports which account for some 250,000 passenger movements annually and an airspace with an area of 892,921 sq km extending from sea level to 24,500 feet above mean sea level. Safety is an on-going priority for TAL and remains the utmost concern for all TAL operations.

They are continually upgrading their airports to offer improved customers facilities while ensuring they remain fully compliant with all international regulations. By doing so they aim to encourage increased passenger traffic and aircraft movements and thereby contribute to the growth and development of the nation.

Tonga Airports Limited is a team of over 178 dedicated & skilled people, spread over six islands, committed to the safety and enjoyment of the traveling public. They look forward to providing all travellers with services of an international standard, and greeting them in true Tongan style.

Tonga Airports Limited was established on July 2nd 2007, under the governing legislation of the Public Enterprises Act 2002, and the authority granted by the Instrument of Delegation under section 5 of the Civil Aviation Act 1990.

TAL operates the 6 airports of Tonga, and is held accountable to the standards and regulations of the Civil Aviation Act 1990, to New Zealand Civil Aviation laws and the International Civil Aviation Organization guidelines. It is a member of the Airports Council International.

Their Commitment

• To provide a safe, secure & competitive civil aviation environment that encourages airlines to service Tonga in increasing numbers
• To provide  pleasant, efficient ,safe and friendly customer experience that is identifiably Tongan and that encourages growth in passenger numbers
• To build their commercial business that meets the needs of their customers and builds sustainable revenues
• To operate profitably; in a manner that enables the constant reinvestment in infrastructure while returning an acceptable dividend to shareholders

Their Mission

TAL is an invaluable asset to the Kingdom of Tonga. They are Tonga’s “gateway to the world”.

All persons visiting and using the airports are their Customers.

They will provide quality services that are welcoming, and that enhance the convenience and enjoyment of travelers and those greeting them or bidding them farewell.

Businesses serving the airports are their Partners.

They will provide an efficient, commercial environment and work in close cooperation with their partners to ensure their mutual success.

The safety of their Customers and Partners is their critical concern.

They will meet and exceed all standards and regulations relating to airport operations.

Their Staff are the key to our success.

They will meet their goals through the skill, commitment, resourcefulness and hard work of everyone at TAL. They will facilitate the development and recognize their achievement.

Profitability is their business objective.

They will operate a successful enterprise that allows them to invest in the future. This benefits all their stakeholders: customers, partners, owners and staff.