Papua New Guinea: Buka Airport (BUA) reopens August 28 /update 1

Event

Buka Airport (BUA) in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville reopened on Wednesday, August 28, after a weeks-long closure due to safety concerns. Air Niugini, the national carrier of Papua New Guinea, resumed flight operations to the airport on Wednesday. Flight services are expected to resume quickly, though some residual delays are possible in the coming days.

Advice

Individuals traveling to Papua New Guinea via Buka Airport are advised to monitor the situation and confirm flight statuses and availability.