AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPacific Aviation Reality Check: At ASPA81 in Rarotonga, Air Rarotonga managing director Sir Ewan Smith and ASPA chair Ewan Smith stressed the tough math of remote flying—high costs, small passenger volumes, and big distances—while pointing to priorities like better online tools and member training. Cook Islands Tourism Momentum: Tourism is chasing a “best year ever,” with Australia driving growth and Jetstar’s new Brisbane–Rarotonga direct service landing as a fresh connectivity win. New Route, Local Pride: Cook Islander first officer Rob Woonton helped pilot the inaugural flight, turning a route launch into a homecoming moment. Domestic Shipping Upgrade: Prime Minister Mark Brown heads to China for the inauguration of the MV Tuitui Moana, a newly built inter-island vessel meant to make Pa Enua links safer and more reliable. Skills for the Water: The Cook Islands Aquatics Federation expanded its “Train the Trainers” swimming push after Easter lessons for Pathfinder Clubs.
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