Code PYE | ||
Location Penrhyn Island in the Cook Islands | ||
Tongareva Airport is an airport on Penrhyn Island in the Cook Islands.
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History
During World War II, Tongareva was of strategic importance. In 1942, 1,000 U.S. servicemen began constructing a 10,000 ft airstrip on the motu of Moananui. The airstrip was used by the American military until 1946. The island was not directly attacked, but was used for transport of men and materials.[1]
Airlines and destinations
The Air Rarotonga connection to Rartonga is operated weekly.
References
Tongareva Airport Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA