MAGAZINE PNG Air
Thank you for choosing to fly with the people’s airline. It is with great pride that I welcome you to this special edition of our in-flight magazine, commemorating a remarkable milestone – 50 years of Papua New Guinea’s independence. As we celebrate our nation’s golden jubilee, we also reflect on the dynamic journey we are taking together, as a country and as an airline. At the heart of PNG Air’s growth is our commitment to progress, innovation and, above all, our customers. This year marks 38 years since our founding, and we are proud to be expanding our fleet with new state-of-the-art ATR aircraft. These additions not only enhance comfort and efficiency but also contribute to a reduced environmental footprint. Every new aircraft brings us closer to a more connected, sustainable future for Papua New Guinea. Alongside our fleet expansion, we are reimagining the travel experience across every touchpoint. We look to introduce innovative fares, streamline the check-in experience, and introduce lounges for VIP and corporate customers. Our focus remains on delivering excellence every time you fly with us. We are investing in what matters most – your journey. We have also been working diligently to build a more reliable and resilient schedule. Our redesigned route structure will offer greater connectivity, reduced travel times, and increased frequency on key routes – ensuring you can reach your destination when it matters most to you. Performance matters. Over the past two years, PNG Air has improved its on-time performance and reduced its cancellation rates to now stand shoulder-to-shoulder on both metrics with some of the region’s most respected international carriers – Qantas and Singapore Airlines. Our goal is to continue raising the bar. I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank our travelling mine workers from Newmont and St Barbara in the New Ireland Province for your continued support and trust. PNG Air is deeply appreciative. Looking ahead, our vision remains clear: Striving to be PNG’s first choice domestic airline, the airline you can rely on when flying across Papua New Guinea. On behalf of the board, management and all our dedicated staff, thank you for choosing PNG Air. We are grateful for your continued trust and look forward to welcoming you on board as we reach new heights together.
PUBLISHED BY Pacific Islands Publishing Editor Margo Nugent m.nugent@moore.com.pg Airline Editorial Contact Dalai Thomas dalai.thomas@pngair.com.pg Sales and Distribution Maiyola Steven pipsales@moore.com.pg
Design and Layout Anthony Lingnonge pipart@moore.com.pg Correspondence to the airline:
All rights reserved. © Copyright 2025 by Pacific Islands Publishing, a division of Moore Business Systems (PNG) Limited. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission from the publisher is strictly prohibited. Statements, opinions and viewpoints expressed by the writers are their own and do not necessarily represent those of the publisher, editor or the airline. Information contained in this publication is assumed to be correct only at the time it was originally obtained by the writers and may be subject to change at any time without notice. Any material accepted is subject to revision as is necessary in the publisher’s sole discretion to meet the requirements of this publication. While all care will be taken, neither the publisher nor the airline will accept responsibility for accidental loss or damage. Marketing Manager PO Box 170, Boroko, N.C.D. Papua New Guinea Ph: +675 302 3100 Fax: +675 325 2219 E: pngair@pngair.com.pg Editorial correspondence to: The Editor Pacific Islands Publishing PO Box 7543, Boroko, N.C.D. Papua New Guinea Ph: +675 321 0000 Fax: +675 321 0002 E: m.nugent@moore.com.pg Printer Moore Printing Scratchley Road, Badili N.C.D. Papua New Guinea Ph: +675 321 0000
Enjoy your flight.
Best regards and God bless,
Brian Fraser Chief Executive Officer
Cover photo Gough Whitlam, Australia’s Prime Minister at the time of PNG’s Independence 50 years ago, is greeted by a Roro (Central Province) man in feathered headdress on his arrival at Jacksons International Airport in Port Moresby on Independence Eve – September 15, 1975 “ Bringing the Past to Life” Page 24 Photo: National Archives of Australia, A6180, KN22/9/75_16 Note: Photo has been colourised using AI software 4
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