Papua New Guinea: Authorities cancel flights at Mount Hagen International Airport as of June 7 due to oil spill

Event

Authorities are responding to an oil spill on a runway at Mount Hagen International (Kagamuga) Airport (HGU) as of June 7. Officials believe the incident, which occurred during the early morning, was intentional. An investigation and cleaning works are ongoing.

Officials have halted all flights to HGU June 7. It is unclear how long it will take to clear the spill, and flight disruptions could continue for several days. Increased demand for flights to nearby airstrips or ground transport is possible.

Advice

Use alternative airstrips for time-sensitive travel. Confirm security conditions before embarking on ground transport in the region.