Papua New Guinea National Air Transport Facilitation Programme (NATFP) The National Air Transport Facilitation Programme (NATFP) provides Papua New Guinea’s framework for safe, secure, and efficient air travel in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organization standards, particularly Annex 9 (Facilitation) and Annex 17 (Security). It supports the efficient movement of aircraft, passengers, crew, baggage, cargo, and mail while maintaining aviation security, immigration, customs, quarantine, and public health requirements. Led by the Department of Transport & Infrastructure, the Programme is coordinated through the National Air Transport Facilitation Committee, which brings together government agencies and aviation stakeholders including CASA PNG, the Immigration and Citizenship Authority, PNG Customs Service, the Department of Health, NAQIA, airport operators, airlines, and ground handlers. The NATFP also promotes accessible, passenger-focused services, modern technology, and continuous improvement through stronger coordination and consistent compliance supporting safer operations, smoother travel, and Papua New Guinea’s connectivity, trade,