Papua New Guinea’s most anticipated aviation moment became a reality on Monday 15th September 2025, when Air Niugini’s very first Airbus A220-300, proudly known as The People’s Balus, touched down at Jackson’s International Airport.
Air Niugini First Airbus A220 Arrives Home
Papua New Guinea’s most anticipated aviation moment became a reality on Monday 15th September 2025, when Air Niugini’s very first Airbus A220-300, proudly known as The People’s Balus, touched down at Jackson’s International Airport.
Speech by Minister Duma on the arrival of Air Niugini Airbus A220
Today we not only receive this great new aircraft, but we usher in a new era of growth and efficiency for our National Flag Carrier, Air Niugini.
Air Niugini reform a matter of urgency, says Muthuvel
Work on the reform of State-Owned Enterprises has resumed – with Air Niugini first in line – following disruptions and delays caused by the coronavirus crisis.
Air Niugini suffering as financial impacts of coronavirus worsen
The international coronavirus crisis is continuing to have severe impacts on the national carrier Air Niugini, along with the rest of the business community, the Minister for State Enterprises, Mr Sasindran Muthuvel, said today.