Papua New Guinea-based charter operator Aero Dynamics (Mount Hagen) has added a second aircraft to its fleet, a nine-passenger Pacific Aerospace single turboprop PAC 750 XSTOL registered as P2-SDC (msn 177).
Aero Dynamics took delivery of the aircraft this week from the now-former operator, Adventist Aviation Services (Goroka), saying the acquisition "expands our capabilities to serve the country's rural and remote communities with greater efficiency and reliability."
The operator said the New Zealand-made PAC 750 XSTOL is specifically designed for short take-off and landing operations, which makes it ideal for flying in and out of Papua New Guinea's many short runways. Aero Dynamics connects remote rural communities to major towns and cities and ensures access to essential services.
Adventist Aviation CEO Mark Neah said his company sold P2-SDC as part of its re-fleeting programme.
P2-SDC joins Aero Dynamic's other PAC 750 XSTOL, P2-ADL (msn 174). Aero Dynamics owner and CEO Captain James Pima also operates a rotary wing charter business called Heli Solutions. However, Pima told local outlets that there is healthy demand for fixed-wing aircraft charters, which are often more affordable per person than rotary-wing charters. In addition, the PAC 750 XSTOL can carry more cargo than helicopters.
"Flying in Papua New Guinea's rugged terrain and unpredictable weather patterns requires precision, skill, and resilience," Pima says on LinkedIn. "It's not just about transportation - it’s about connecting and opening opportunities in places where no road can reach."
