Does WATO require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Komodo Airport (Indonesia).

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Komodo Airport

Komodo Airport (WATO/LBJ) serves Labuan Bajo, Indonesia. This is a small airport with 1 runway (17/35). Field elevation is 66 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 1/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 5/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: WATO
Name: Komodo Airport
Type: small_airport
Category: Uncategorized
Latitude: -8.480694
Longitude: 119.888306
Elevation: 66 ft
Country: Indonesia
Municipality: Labuan Bajo
IATA Code: LBJ
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: N/A
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 17/35

Designation: 17/35
Dimensions: 2250x44m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Not lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: N/A
Operations: 449.500, 122.700 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; DGCA regulated
Parking Fee: DGCA regulated rates
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: IDR
Remarks: Komodo Airport, Labuan Bajo, Flores. Gateway to Komodo National Park. Major tourism growth.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Pertamina supply. Increasing availability with tourism growth. Pre-coordinate for large uplift.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International port of entry. CIQ available for international charter/scheduled flights.

Restrictions

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Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Terrain considerations on approach. Runway extended to 2,250m. Wind shear possible.

Airport Services

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Indonesia Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 3d Landing: 7d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 3 business days (official); allow 5+ due to three-ministry chain
Landing Lead Time: 3-4 business days (official); 5-7 recommended due to three-ministry chain

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require DGCA permit and security clearance for certain areas. Military clearance for some routes.

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Nearby Airports

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Frequently Asked Questions

What fuel is available at WATO?: Komodo Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does WATO require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Komodo Airport (Indonesia).

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