Falalop (Ulithian: Fl'aalop) is an island adjacent to the Ulithi Atoll in the western Pacific Ocean, approximately 191 km (103 nmi) east of Yap. It is part of the Yap State within the Federated States of Micronesia.

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Falalop

Location of Falalop Island in the Pacific Ocean

Overview

Falalop is one of four islets, that make up the coral atoll of Ifalik. It is the largest islet, 0.93 ha (2.3 acres) in area, triangular in shape, surrounded by a fringing reef up to 150 m (490 ft) wide, with a maximum elevation of 6.3 m (21 ft) above sea level.[1] It has the largest population of the four inhabited islets of Ifalik, between 500 to 600 people. Falalop is separated from the Ulithi Atoll by a deep 400 m (1,300 ft) wide channel.

Ulithi Airport is located on the island, as well as one of the three Yap State public high schools.

Transportation

The Ulithi Civil Airfield (IATA code ULI, FAA Identifier TT02) serves as the main air link with the rest of Federated States of Micronesia. Air services are provided by Pacific Missionary Aviation, although there are no regularly scheduled flights.[2]

Education

Public schools

• Yap Outer Islands High School

References

External links

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