Advance permission is required.  Expect to get permission about five days before departure no matter how soon you send your request in

Aircraft requirments:

1. Proof of liability insurance

2. Aircraft registration

3. Airworthiness certification

I.C.A.O airportidentification:MNxx

The following airports are International:

Managua  (MNMG)

Regarding customs and immigration, Managua is easy for entering but a real experience to depart.  Check international NOTAMs for fuel.  The bad news is that the last time I was there, fuel was over US$7.00 per gallon.  The good news was they were out.

Puerto Cabezas  (MNPC)

(never been there)

DGAC Phone:           505 222 7517

DGAC Fax:                505 222 7516

People:                                

To enter Nicaragua every visitor must have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months. For U.S. citizens a visa is not necessary. You will pay for and be issued a 30 day tourist card for about U.S. $ 5.00.  Requirements do change so contact the Nicaraguan embassy prior to departing.  Phone: 202-939-6570. Washington DC.

Children/Minors:

Nothing noted. Contact the Nicaraguan embassy prior to departing.  Phone: 202-939-6570. Washington DC.

Currency:

Cordoba is the national currency. US dollars are preferred. 

Climate:

The climate depends on what part of the country you are in. 

When to go:

Depends on what part of the country you are planning on visiting. Flying during the “Wet” season may be a challenge for IRF and VFR pilots.

US Embassy:         

Located in Managua. Phone 266-6010 or 266-6038 after hours.

Time Zone:   Same as USA central time.