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May River Airstrip

May River, Papua New Guinea

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May River Airstrip

May River, Papua New Guinea
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Remote airstrip serving the upper May River region of PNG.

Location
May River, Papua New Guinea
May River Airstrip (IATA: MRH, ICAO: AYRV) is a small, remote airstrip located near the May River in the East Sepik Province of Papua New Guinea. It serves as a vital lifeline for isolated communities in the surrounding jungle region, where air transport is the primary means of access. The airstrip supports missionary aviation, charter services, and essential supply flights for villages along the May River. Like many remote PNG airstrips, it has a grass or compacted-earth runway suitable only for small propeller-driven aircraft. Ground infrastructure at the site is minimal, with no formal terminal building or commercial facilities. Access to the broader region depends almost entirely on flight connections to larger centers such as Wewak.
Getting to & from
No formal ground transport exists; the surrounding area is accessible only by foot, river canoe, or small aircraft.
Airlines here
Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) and similar bush operators are known to serve remote airstrips of this type in the East Sepik region.
Notable facts
  • ›Located in the remote East Sepik Province of Papua New Guinea.
  • ›Serves isolated communities along the May River with no road access.
  • ›Suitable only for small, light propeller aircraft due to runway limitations.
  • ›Missionary and charter aviation are the primary users of the airstrip.
  • ›Air transport is the essential lifeline for medical and supply missions in the area.
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A remote gateway to Papua New Guinea's wild May River wilderness

May River Airstrip is a small, remote bush airstrip serving the sparsely populated May River area in the East Sepik Province of Papua New Guinea. It functions as a vital lifeline for local communities, missionaries, and occasional researchers accessing one of the most isolated regions of the country. The airstrip supports light charter and mission aircraft, playing a critical role in connecting villages otherwise unreachable by road.

Terminals
  • Main Airstrip Facility — A basic grass or gravel strip with minimal shelter, serving light aircraft and charter operations only.
Ground Transport
  • Boat travel along the May River and Sepik River system
  • Walking tracks to nearby villages
  • Chartered light aircraft for onward travel
Dining

There are no formal dining facilities at or near May River Airstrip. Travellers should carry all food and supplies, as local communities have very limited provisions available. Mission stations in the area may occasionally provide basic hospitality to known visitors.

Traveller Tips
  • Plan all logistics well in advance — fuel, supplies, and charter aircraft must be arranged before arrival.
  • Carry sufficient cash, food, water, and medical supplies as there are no commercial services in the area.
  • Coordinate with mission organisations or local contacts for accommodation and ground arrangements.
  • Weather and airstrip conditions can change rapidly; always confirm flight availability with your charter operator.

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