ترجمه
Remote coral atoll gateway in the Tuamotu Archipelago.
Location
Otepa, French Polynesia
Hao Airport (IATA: HOI, ICAO: NTTO) serves the atoll of Hao in the Tuamotu Archipelago of French Polynesia. It is a small domestic airfield providing essential connectivity for the local community on this remote coral island.
The airport has a notable history tied to French military activities in the Pacific, as Hao Atoll served as a logistical support base for French nuclear testing operations at Mururoa and Fangataufa atolls during the latter half of the 20th century. This legacy left the atoll with a relatively substantial airstrip compared to its small civilian population.
Today, Air Tahiti operates scheduled domestic services connecting Hao to Papeete and other islands in French Polynesia, making it a vital lifeline for residents who depend on air transport for supplies and travel.
Terminals
The airport features a small, basic passenger terminal consistent with remote domestic island airfields in French Polynesia.
Getting to & from
Ground transport on Hao Atoll is limited, with local vehicles and informal arrangements serving the small population between the airport and the village of Otepa.
Airlines here
Air Tahiti is the primary carrier operating scheduled domestic flights to and from Hao Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Hao Atoll served as a major French military logistics base during nuclear testing operations at Mururoa and Fangataufa in the 1960s–1990s.
- ›The runway is longer than typical for an island of its size, a legacy of its former military use.
- ›Hao is one of the larger atolls in the Tuamotu Archipelago by land area.
- ›The atoll has been the site of large-scale pearl farming and aquaculture development projects.
- ›Air Tahiti provides the only scheduled air service, making the airport critical for the island's supply chain.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
