‘Safety’ is Air Niugini’s paramount importance to its customers.
Chairman Sir Frederick Reiher continuously repeated this statement on Wednesday when receiving an Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) from the PNG Civil Aviation Authority for a further five years.
The certificate confirms that Air Niugini has again successfully met all regulatory safety standards and requirements, set by CASA PNG and the Civil Aviation Act.
Sir Frederick said the certificate reflects the continued success of the airlines commitment to maintaining the highest possible safety standard across all the airlines operations.
“This certificate also reflects the regulator’s confidence in the airline as Air Niugini implements the most significant fleet upgrading program in its 42 year history, so the airline can operate with maximum efficiency, and safety, utilizing aircraft best suited to the needs of domestic and regional passengers and commercial customers,” he said.
He commended the executive management team and all staff on the granting of the AOC license for a further five years.
Air Niugini’s AOC now has allowed the airline to operate for the next five years before it is reviewed.
However, Sir Frederick said between now and the next five years, there are other regulatory safety standards and requirements that the airline is expected to adhere to and they will be given the same high priority as securing the AOC.
He said Air Niugini is well placed not just to meet the challenges ahead, but also the opportunities that are available as the nation grows, and as Papua New Guinea’s regional standing expands.