“Our own PNG Air flight and cabin crew better watch out – the children took their jobs seriously!”
and teachers from Buk bilong Pikinini at its 9 Mile Library Learning Centre on August 22. Under the teachers’ supervision, the students showcased a role-play of a day of airline operations. From ticketing, security checks, loading of baggage and boarding the aircraft to a safety demonstration on board and inflight catering, nothing was missed – and even included the pilot’s address to the passengers. When I Grow Up I Want To Be A Pilot is one of Buk bilong Pikinini’s most popular beginner reading books and the airline’s representatives at the Book Week event were encouraged to see the young children
showing keen interest in the aviation industry. PNG Air is dedicated to continue supporting Buk bilong
Pikinini as this partnership is invaluable to the delivery of a high quality early childhood literacy program. Helping to make books more available at schools across the country also ensures that no one is left behind. “Giving students access to such tools at a young age equips them for the future and encourages
Children at Buk bilong Pikinini’s 9 Mile Learning Centre embrace their roles as a PNG Air flight crew
opportunities that lie ahead for them,” an airline spokeswoman said. “PNG Air recognises the importance of early childhood learning and will assist in bridging the gap by transporting these books to much- needed areas in remote parts of our country.” A big thank you to the
parents and teachers for all their efforts in ensuring their children had a great Book Week. This gives them something to aspire to be and teaches them that nothing is impossible if they put their mind to it. PNG Air also extends a big thank you to the children who stepped
them to be excited about the endless
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