Air Niugini not scheduling more international flights

NATIONAL carrier Air Niugini says it has no scheduled flights to other international locations but will announce it if it is able to recommence flights.
The airline said in a statement yesterday that it would continue to fly to Brisbane (five times per week), Singapore (four times per week), and Cairns (once a week).
The statement said passengers wishing to return to PNG had to adhere to the following process:

•  PNG citizens and permanent residents must contact the PNG Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade to request a return; and,
•  Non-citizens must send their request for airlift. This request must include evidence that one has already paid for the 14-day quarantine at an approved hotel.
  “Customers are also advised that Air Niugini has been directed that there shall be no in-flight catering provided on the aircraft.
  Therefore, passengers are advised to have something to eat before boarding the aircraft, or bring some food with you.
  Water is being supplied on all international flights.
  “Air Niugini continues to provide essential air services to every city and town across PNG, as well as keeping supply lines open across the critical international network,’ the airline said.
  “At present there are no restrictions at all on domestic air travel.
  “Passengers will be temperature tested upon entering all airport terminals, provided a face mask at check-in and will need to fill in the passenger contact tracing form.