Faaa

Fa'a'ā, often written Faa'a, is a commune on the island of Tahiti in French Polynesia. It is part of the Windward Islands in the Society Islands archipelago and sits on the island’s northwest coast, just west of the capital city of Papeete. The commune includes the town of Faa'a and is best known for housing Faa'a International Airport, Tahiti's principal international gateway, which lies within its borders and serves as a hub for both international and domestic flights.

Geography and administration: Fa'a'ā is one of the communes of French Polynesia and falls under the administrative subdivision of the Windward Islands. Local governance is provided by a municipal council headed by a mayor. The terrain combines low coastal plains with surrounding hills, typical of Tahiti’s coastal regions.

Demographics and economy: The commune has a population in the tens of thousands and forms part of the greater urban area around Papeete. The economy is dominated by the airport, which drives tourism, transportation, and employment, complemented by local commerce and services serving residents and visitors.

History: The area has Polynesian origins and later entered into French colonial administration. The development of Faa'a International Airport in the 20th century substantially increased Tahiti’s connectivity and influenced regional growth.

Overall, Fa'a'ā is a key administrative and transportation hub in Tahiti, with the airport acting as a central economic and logistical asset for the island and French Polynesia.