aviation
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Jet-fuel spike tests Fiji Airways as costs rise and tourism demand shows promise
Jet fuel has hit historic highs as regional tensions disrupt supplies, pushing airlines to rethink costs and schedules. Fiji Airways is bracing for steeper fuel bills while watching for signs of a tourism rebound, trying to balance pricing with keeping flights affordable. With fuel and supply chains in flux, carriers face a tense mix of…
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Fiji Airways celebrates 10-year milestone on Singapore–Nadi route with over 318,000 passengers
Fiji Airways marks ten years of its Singapore–Nadi service, a milestone that highlights how a single route has linked Fiji more closely to Asia and beyond. The anniversary hints at expanding tourism, trade, and broader regional connectivity.
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Fiji Airports commissions feasibility study for cross-runway at Nadi as runway limits bite
Fiji’s main international gateway is facing a major rethink after a tender reveals runway and airfield constraints that could curb growth. A feasibility study on a potential cross runway—and other development options—could redefine Nadi’s capacity and future aviation trajectory.
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Fiji Bets on Stopovers to Turn Transit Passengers into Short-Stay Visitors at Nadi
Fiji is piloting a plan to turn transit travellers into short-stay visitors, aiming to ease hotel shortages and unlock new tourism revenue. From potential tax incentives to smoother logistics and a broader air network, authorities are weighing how a brief stopover could reshape the destination’s tourism.
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Fiji Airports defends 2024 executive and board pay rise as leadership returns post‑COVID
Fiji Airports says 2024 pay figures reflect a return to normal after COVID disruptions, not an abnormal jump. With a rebuilt leadership team in place, the numbers are framed as restored capacity to manage Fiji’s airport network as travel rebounds.
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Strait of Hormuz Tensions Threaten Pacific Tourism with Higher Fares and Longer Flights
Analysts warn that global tensions could quietly reshuffle travel in the Pacific, pushing up fuel costs and stretching flight routes. With accessibility and budgets tightening, the region’s tourism rebound may face sharper headwinds than expected.
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Fiji Airways braces for jet-fuel spike, weighing cost measures as tourism rebound picks up
Fiji Airways is bracing for a sharp rise in jet fuel costs amid global tensions, weighing quick-cost measures while aiming to capitalise on a surge in tourism interest. The carrier faces a delicate balance between protecting margins and preserving schedules as Fiji’s appeal to visitors grows.
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Fiji aviation sector unites on International Women’s Day to boost women’s careers and leadership pathways
International Women’s Day sparked a rare cross‑company show of solidarity in Fiji’s aviation sector as about 70 women push for clearer career pathways and practical steps toward gender balance. The day blended discussion, mentoring and a symbolic walk to turn dialogue into tangible change for roles from pilots to senior leaders.
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Nadi Hosts Pacific Regional Workshop to Strengthen Airport Resilience Under ICAO Annex 14
Pacific aviation leaders gather to map resilient, standards-aligned aerodromes that keep island nations connected even in crises. A hands-on workshop in Nadi dives into practical steps—from runway safety to emergency readiness—shaping how small airports adapt to climate challenges and growing demand.
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Fiji Hosts First ACI-ICAO Annex 14 Regional Workshop to Strengthen Aerodrome Safety Across the Pacific
Fiji hosts a landmark regional training event that could reshape airport safety across the Pacific. With hands-on sessions for dozens of aviation professionals, the program aims to raise standards in aerodrome design, operations, and maintenance—helping island communities keep the skies safer and travel smoother.