Solomon Airlines reached a positive milestone as passenger numbers crossed pre-COVID19 levels. The news comes on the heels of airline about to receive its second A320 next week.
Commenting on the positive growth trajectory, Gus Kraus, chief executive, Solomon Airlines said: “At the outset, I wish to acknowledge and thank the and his Executive Team and staff for the strong teamwork and progress they have made over the past months. Their work has positioned the airline strongly to go forward,”
The flag carrier of the Solomon Islands has reported an increase in the number of passengers for both domestic and overseas operations. The month of June witnessed passenger numbers surpassing June 2019 higher than pre-pandemic numbers.
The airline is currently reviewing different domestic routes with plans to expand. “Overall, earnings from passenger revenue are pleasing and further supplemented by the recent routes established in partnership with Air Vanuatu,” added Kraus. “The new code-shared Honiara-Vila-Auckland return flight and the Brisbane-Santo flights are quickly seeing an increase in passenger numbers. We have also leased our third Twin Otter aircraft to Air Vanuatu to assist recovery of their domestic operations.”
Going ahead, Solomon Airlines will receive its second Airbus A320 next week, which will be used for commercial services, charters, and leases to support other Pacific Island nations.