JULY 2, 2026. PAPUA NEW GUINEA
PNGAIC says unstable approach behind Tropicair hard landing
Papua New Guinea’s Accident Investigation Commission found an unstable approach, decision-making errors and plan continuation bias was behind a Tropicair Cessna 208B hard landing at Balimo in July 2025.
JULY 2, 2026. AUSTRALIA
Three former Regional Express directors cleared by court
ASIC has failed in its bid to hold three former Regional Express directors liable for alleged continuous disclosure breaches, with the NSW Supreme Court dismissing the claims against them. Former chairman Lim Kim Hai admitted the contraventions and will return to court for sentencing.
JULY 1, 2026. AUSTRALIA
ATSB finds Avalon Airshow pilot exited manoeuvre too low
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau has completed its investigation into an air display accident at the Avalon Airshow earlier this year. The agency concluded that the aircraft, which was performing a triple avalanche manoeuvre, was too low when it exited the complex aerobatic sequence.
JULY 1, 2026. GUAM
Guam Airport seeks $17.7mn government bailout
Guam’s A.B. Won Pat International Airport is seeking a USD17.7 million government bailout as declining visitor numbers and reduced airline capacity erode revenue. But airport officials say raising airline fees would further undermine tourism, while legislators remain divided over providing additional financial support.
JUNE 30, 2026. NEW ZEALAND
Boeing delays push Air New Zealand B787 deliveries back
Air New Zealand’s first two new B787-9 deliveries have slipped into the 2027 financial year due to manufacturing delays. The airline says the setback comes as its fleet availability improves following the return of most aircraft grounded by long-running engine issues, giving it greater flexibility.
JUNE 30, 2026. AUSTRALIA
Qatar Airways locks in Canberra restart date
Qatar Airways will resume Canberra flights on December 8, initially flying four times a week via Melbourne before increasing to daily services in March 2027. The routing allows the airline to expand its Australian network while remaining within bilateral limits.
JUNE 29, 2026. AUSTRALIA
VietJet applies for Australian AOC for domestic ops - report
Vietnamese low-cost carrier VietJet Air is reportedly seeking an Australian air operator certificate as it explores launching domestic flights. If approved, the airline would become the latest contender in Australia’s competitive domestic aviation market, joining several proposed new entrants.
JUNE 29, 2026. FIJI
Fiji Government directs budget relief to Fiji Airways
The Fijian Government will provide Fiji Airways with a FJD200 million government guarantee and extend its tax loss carry forward provisions as part of the 2026–2027 Budget. The airline says the measures will strengthen its financial position as it navigates higher fuel prices and rising operating costs.
JUNE 24, 2026. SOLOMON ISLANDS
Solomon Airlines CEO accepts PM’s reform challenge
The CEO of Solomon Airlines has welcomed calls from Prime Minister Matthew Wale to accelerate reform and fast track a strategic roadmap. The CEO says the airline faces significant challenges but is committed to restructuring and pursuing new partnerships.
JUNE 24, 2026. NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS
Saipan welcomes first international flight since Sinlaku
Scheduled international flights have resumed at Saipan Airport for the first time since a typhoon damaged the airport in April, with Jeju Air restarting services on the weekend. The airport's reopening can't come soon enough for the US territory, which is experiencing a long term decline in tourist numbers.
July 2026 Aircraft Movements
JUNE 23, 2026. AMERICAN SAMOA
Pacific Air Charters targets late 2026 American Samoa launch
Hawaii-based Pacific Air Charters says it plans to launch scheduled passenger flights in American Samoa later this year. The move could end Samoa Airways’ long-running monopoly on inter-island services and threaten a key part of the airline’s existing business.
JUNE 23, 2026. FRENCH POLYNESIA
Revenue rises but Air Tahiti Nui posts loss for FY2025
Air Tahiti Nui has reported a CFP2.413 billion loss in 2025 despite higher revenue. Increased competition, lower load factors, legal costs and a weaker charter business weighed on results. Meanwhile, the airline warned of a tougher operating environment in 2026.