P2-ATZ, is the only one yet to have PNG Air’s famous livery added to its tail, something the airline is working on rectifying by the end of next year. in the meantime, its addition to the fleet has added a welcome boost to the current schedule, and by the first quarter of 2025 it is expected that two more ATRs will arrive – with these the first to have new turboprop technology, making the future even more promising for PNG travellers. As the fleet of fuel- efficient ATRs grows to fit the evolving needs of a modern regional airline, it is time to bid farewell to PNG Air’s five trusty Bombardier Dash 8-100 aircraft. This will be a gradual transition to the next- generation ATR aircraft. While the Dash-8 has been a reliable asset, the ATR 72- 600 represents a new era of efficiency, performance and sustainability, aligning perfectly with PNG Air’s vision for the future
of air travel in PNG. By acquiring modern aircraft, the airline commits to providing the best possible travel experience for its passengers while leading the way towards a brighter, more sustainable future. Airline becomes China tourist-ready PNG Air’s marketing and media co-ordinator Dalai Thomas joined other tourism industry stakeholders at the National Capital District’s China Ready Workshop at APEC Haus in Port Moresby on April 25, and was issued with China Ready certification. China Ready is a training program that provides assurance to Chinese visitors that destination and service providers understand standard. It consists of several stages including research and workshop training. Exclusively issued by China Outbound Tourism Research Academy (COTA), the program is and adhere to the Chinese hospitality
PNG Air staff delighted to be part of flights restoration to Mendi
and the Civil Aviation Authority for issuing Part 139 airport operating certification. A test flight landed in Mendi on Monday, April 29, before three PNG Air planes flew in for the official opening later in the week. Tickets can be bought at any PNG Air sales office, online through the airline’s reservations portal at www.pngair. com.pg or by calling the Call Centre on 16111 (Digicel Toll Free) or 7411 2644 (Telikom). PNG Air has flights into Mendi once a week. New ATR 72-600 aircraft arrives PNG Air’s sixth ATR 72-600 aircraft was welcomed to PNG shores on April 30 as part of the airline’s continued fleet expansion exercise. PNG Air is delighted to announce this significant milestone
in its commitment to sustainability and innovation. Fleet expansion marks a strategic move by PNG Air to enhance operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The airline is dedicated to becoming a trusted partner of choice to businesses and communities. The latest ATR, with aircraft registration
PNG Air’s sixth ATR 72-600 is yet to get the airline’s distinctive livery added to its tail
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