By Bradley Mariori
The new Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport has commenced operations this week with a test flight into the terminal done last week.
National Airports Corporation (NAC) announced this and said the government has invested millions of Kina to ensure that the facilities are provided at an international standard, which include, up-to-date check-in systems, migration facilities, comfortable passenger departure and arrival lounges, adequate baggage collection facilities, efficient baggage transfers from check-in desks to aircraft, and the use of aerobridges.
NAC Acting Managing Director Joseph Kintau urges airline operators to fully utilise the investments for passenger comfort and the efficiency of facilitating passenger movements.He said the facilities are designed to ensure maximum security surveillance by NAC, and urge all users to comply with the airport’s requirements.
Kintau further stated that the state-of-the-art building management and airport management systems are installed that will enable real-time coordination, surveillance, and recording of all activities within the terminal.
Kintau also urged the public to enjoy the facility with due care that will enable the airport to remain clean, tidy and user-friendly for all to use.He said it is an iconic facility that will also be opened up for international passenger movements; therefore, they are urging the public to help maintain a high level of care.
“We congratulate Air Niugini, PNG Air and other users of our facility and thank them as our partners in providing aviation services to the people of Papua New Guinea,” Kinatu said.
He said the facility was opened yesterday (4th of December 2023) and they hope people will also be diligent and cooperative in taking care of these facilities.
