Definition
A NOTAM contraction indicating that an airport, facility, or service is available only if the pilot gives advance notification to the appropriate authority — typically the airport manager, operator, or controlling agency — before arrival or use.
Plain English
You must call ahead and let someone know you are coming before you can use the airport or service.
Context Anchor
Seen in airport information, NOTAMs, and service notes when an airport, facility, or service needs advance notice before use.
Why Pilots Care
Ensures that airports or services can prepare for your arrival or operation, maintaining safety and coordination.
Grounding Statement
PNR is a reminder to make the contact before the flight or operation, not after arriving and hoping it will be available.
Intuition Check
PNR does not mean the service is simply available on request at any time. It means advance notice is required before you rely on it.
Example Sentence 1
The Chart Supplement listed the airport as PNR, so the pilot phoned the airport manager the day before to arrange arrival.
Example Sentence 2
Because PNR was listed, she called the airport manager 24 hours in advance.