The sky above, the earth below…ATS Tonga and ground handling in the Pacific Islands
An aviation confrere from Air Vanuatu dubbed the essential role of ground handling as the “meat in the sandwich”. Airlines
Aviation
Briefs
THE Port Administration of American Samoa (PAAS) has partnered with Bluesky Communications to launch free
Whispers
WHICH Pacific head of state was apparently more than a little cheesed off over the size of the aircraft
Keep our skies safe
FOR a small Pacific nation in 2026, the price of safe skies is high, and the cost of failure is
Demand for non-pilot careers
THE Pacific's aviation sector is at a critical crossroads. While global demand for skilled professionals reaches new
Major gold smuggling attempt foiled at Port Moresby airport
SECURITY personnel at Port Moresby International Airport have intercepted 20 gold bars worth millions of dollars in what is
Dream takes off
TOMASI Kaunisela took a chance in 2015 and now does something he enjoys. While still at university, he spotted a cabin crew
Priority is reliability
SOLOMON Airlines says it is prioritising reliability, financial discipline and people development as it navigates rising global fuel
Modernise now
A CRITICAL focus on the urgent need to modernise and enhance aviation systems across Asia and the Pacific has
Finding balance: Hormuz blockade forces innovation
THE crisis in the Middle East, currently manifested by an escalation between Iran and the United States, has led to an Iranian blockade
In reset mode for growth
A SWEEPING strategic reset is underway at Nauru Airlines, as the national carrier restructures its business,
Aviation: Regional lifeline
AVIATION is not just a support service for tourism in the Pacific – it is the lifeline that sustains
Safety for all
TWO decades ago, the concept of a shared aviation safety model for the Pacific was an ambitious experiment. Today, it is an
ASPA keeps region connected
AT 47 years young, the Association of South Pacific Airlines (ASPA) is closing in on a major milestone – half a century in
Increased flights boost Vanuatu
VANUATU is set to reap the benefits of Solomon Airlines’ second weekly flight from
Fiji Airways Celebrates 10 Years of Flying to Singapore
9 April 2026 – Nadi, Fiji: Fiji Airways is marking a major milestone as it celebrates 10 years of connecting Fiji to
New infrastructure initiatives to elevate Fiji’s tourism appeal
MODERNISING aviation infrastructure is central to unlocking new tourism opportunities and regional
Fiji Airways stands firm on Pacific routes
THE region’s largest airline has promised to continue its services from the Pacific to major global hubs despite the war in
Pacific aviation must rethink connectivity
PACIFIC aviation is at a crossroads, with high operational costs, limited connectivity, and outdated infrastructure posing challenges for the region’s tourism and economic
Air Calédonie grounded: Island blockade, staff on reduced hours
The disruption is caused by customary people blockading airfields in protest against the planned relocation of Air Calédonie’s
Fiji Airports awards contract for solar farm installation
NADI, Fiji – Fiji Airports has appointed CBS Power Solutions Fiji Ltd to deliver the first stage of its planned solar farm at Nadi International
Vanuatu maintains flight alert after eruption
VANUATU’S aviation warning issued last Thursday remains largely localised as minor eruptions continue within Lake Voui in Ambae
Philippine Airlines expands Palau
PHILIPPINE Airlines will begin twice-weekly service between Palau and Manila starting March 29, expanding international access and strengthening travel links for
