That was 20 years ago.
Today locals in Esa’ala were surprised when a PNG Air Dash 8 aircraft landed at the Districts Airstrip which is currently being given a facelift.
Locals told Loop PNG that they were surprised but happy to finally see an aircraft land in their home district after so many years.
PNG Air is intending to bring its services to the island District and opted for a test run following a meeting with Minister for Civil Aviation and local MP, Steven Davies.
Discussions on services to the district began early last year.
