Airport Technical Data

La Romana International Airport is fully equipped with the infrastructure and services necessary to ensure safe, efficient, and seamless operations for both commercial and general aviation. Strategically located in the heart of the Dominican Republic’s eastern region, within the internationally renowned La Romana area, the airport offers direct access to key tourism destinations and serves as a vital hub for international air traffic.

With the capacity to accommodate aircraft of all sizes and categories, the airport meets global aviation standards and supports a wide range of operations, from wide-body commercial aicrafts to private and charter flights.

Key Facts

  • Airport Name: La Romana International Airport
  • Airport Operator: Airport Management Services, Ltd.
  • Contact: Tel. (+1) 809.813.9000 | Email: info@lrm.com.do
  • ICAO Code: MDLR
  • IATA Code: LRM
  • Operating Hours: 24/7/365
  • ICAO Aerodrome Reference Code: 4E
  • ARFF Category: 9 (ICAO Annex 14)

Runway & Taxiways

  • Runway Designation: 11/29
  • Runway Length: TORA, TODA, ASDA, and LDA are 2,950 meters
  • Runway Width: 45 meters
  • Runway Surface: Concrete
  • Runway Center Coordinates:
    • Latitude: 18°27′03″ N
    • Longitude: 68°54′43″ W
  • Elevation: 70 meters
  • Taxiways: A-1 Width: 23 meters; A-2 Width: 23 meters

Aircraft Operations

  • Ramp Capacity: 8 wide-body aircraft positions
  • Supported Aircraft Types: Narrow- and wide-body, including but not limited to B787-9, B777-300, A330-900, A350

Fuel Services

  • Provider: Sol Aviation, 8 refuelers
  • Fuel Types: Jet A-1, Avgas
  • Fuel Storage Capacity: Jet A-1: 252,000 gallons; Avgas: 10,000 gallons

Ground Services

  • Ramp Handling: Provided by Menzies Aviation – Full ground support equipment and services: Aircraft parking, Stair trucks, push-back vehicles, Ambulift, Tow bars, tugs, baggage belt loaders, Power carts, dollies, containers and aircraft cleaning, among other services.
  • Catering Services: Caribbean Catering Services (CCS)
  • Aircraft Waste Disposal: On-site incinerator and waste management facilities

Navigation, Visual, and Radio Aids

La Romana International Airport is equipped with modern navigation and visual aids to ensure safe and efficient aircraft operations under both VFR and IFR conditions.

Radio Frequencies

  • VOR/DME Frequency: 116.20 MHz
  • Control Tower Frequency: 118.6 MHz
  • Emergency Frequency: 121.5 MHz
  • Ground Control Frequency: 121.6 MHz

Navigation & Approach Lighting System

  • GPS/RNAV: Instrument approach procedures available
  • Runway 11 equipped with PAPI (Precision Approach Path Indicator) & MALS (Medium-Intensity Approach Lighting System)
  • Airfield Lighting & Visual Aids
  • Runway & Taxiway  Lighting: High-Intensity Runway Lights (HIRL)
  • Rotating Beacon: Green and white, mounted atop the ATC tower
  • Wind Cone: One lighted wind cone located at the runway center
  • Airfield Markings: ICAO-compliant for non-precision runway operations

Meteorological Services

Provider: Dominican Office of Meteorological Services (ONAMET)

Availability: 24/7/365

Additional Information

  • Flight Planning & NOTAM Access: Available on the first floor of the Control Tower
  • Aircraft Parking: Positions are controlled and assigned by Airport Operations

Airport Terminals

Commercial Terminal – Departures

The Departures Terminal is designed for efficient passenger flow and premium service, featuring:

  • Ticket Counters: Twenty Eight positions equipped with FIDS & RESA-CREWS passenger processing system and printers
  • Offices: Dedicated areas for airlines, airport administration, security, and immigration
  • Immigration: Six Positions Departure Immigration counters
  • Security Screening: Central checkpoint with 5 X-ray machines
  • Departure Gates: Four positions equipped with FIDS & RESA-CREWS passenger processing system and printers
  • VIP Lounge: Exclusive departure lounge for premium passengers

Amenities:

  • Food court
  • Restroom areas
  • Retail concessions
  • Duty-free shop
  • Outside Patio & Solarium

Commercial Terminal – Arrivals

The Arrivals Terminal ensures a smooth entry process for international passengers, offering:

  • Immigration Counters: Ten positions for efficient processing
  • Inspection Offices: Facilities for agricultural, health, and government inspections
  • Medical Services: On-site medical assistance available
  • Baggage Handling:
    • Two arrival baggage claim belts
    • Airline baggage service desks
    • Baggage carts and porter assistance
  • Customs: Fully staffed X-ray inspection stations

Public Areas

  • Ground Transportation & Services:
    • Taxi service
    • Rental car counters
  • Food and beverage outlets
  • Passenger information desk

General Aviation Terminal – FBO (Private Flights)

The General Aviation Terminal is located west of the main commercial terminal and is staffed by trained airport operations personnel. It offers comprehensive services for private and executive aviation, including:

  • International renowned service providers: Universal, Servair and Cariport
  • Aircraft parking and ground support
  • Customs and immigration processing
  • Fueling and catering coordination
  • Comfortable passenger lounges and crew rest areas

AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING

Departure terminal

  • Terminal, departure gates 1,2,3,4; 28 ticket-counter positions with RESA-CREWS passenger processing system and printers.
  • Airport and Airlines offices; Security and Immigration offices; 3 Departure Immigration counters, double positions.
  • Security Check Point with 5 Xray machines
  • 4 departure gates.
  • VIP Departure Lounge.
  • Food court.
  • Restroom areas.
  • Concessions.
  • Duty Free Shop

Arrival terminal

  • 10 immigrations Counter positions.
  • Agriculture and government inspection offices.
  • Medical service.
  • 2 arrival baggage belts. Airline baggage Claim.
  • Baggage carts and baggage service assistance.
  • Customs Inspection Stations.
  • Taxi service, rental car service, food and beverage services, and information desk.

AIRPORT GENERAL AVIATION

FBO private flights

Located west of the commercial terminal. Staffed by airport operations personnel, the private aviation provides all standard general aviation and executive jet services.

NAVIGATION, VISUAL AND RADIO AIDS

  • VOR/DME FREQUENCY: 116.20 MHz
  • CONTROL TOWER FREQUENCY: 118.6 MHz
  • EMERGENCY FREQUENCY: 121.5 MHz
  • GROUND CONTROL FREQUENCY: 121.6 MHz

NAV AID:

  • GPS/RNAV: Instrument Approach Procedures Available
  • VFR: Right hand traffic pattern
  • PAPI: Yes
  • APPROACH LIGHTS: Yes. Runway 11 at 18°27´14.61´´N 68 51´17.89´´W 223 feet degrees MALS.
  • RUNWAY LIGHTS: High intensity Runway Light
  • TAXIWAY LIGHTS: High intensity Taxiway Light
  • ROTATION BEACON: Green and White, Located on the top the ATC tower.
  • WIND CONES: 1 lighted center of the runway
  • AIRFIELD MAKINGS: ICAO standards; Non-precision runway
  • METEOROLOGICAL SERVICES: Provided by Dominican Office of Meteorological Services (ONAMET) available 24/7, located at the East of FBO-private flights terminal.
  • OTHER COMMENTS: Flight planning and NOTAMS are available on the first floor of Control Tower. Aircraft parking positions are controlled and assigned by airport operations.