NUKUALOFA, Tonga (Matangi Tonga, Oct. 31) – Despite heavy rainfall over Tongatapu this morning, King Taufa’ahau Tupou IV was present at Fua’amotu International Airport to welcome the arrival of both Pacific Blue on its first inaugural flight and Air New Zealand’s new Airbus A320 aircraft.
Tony Marks, Pacific Blue’s Chief Executive Officer and Tony Wheelens, Aviation Relations Manager, who were on board the inaugural flight, had an audience with the king at the Royal VIP lounge.
Marks told guests that this was a special day for aviation tourism in Tonga and a major step in the expansion of Pacific Blue’s service in the Pacific.
On October 30 they had their first inaugural flight to Samoa, and tomorrow November 1 will be their inaugural flight to Rarotonga.
"Pacific Blue not only offers a unique service and a brand new aircraft but it also offers the strong commitment of our staff which is the most important", he said.
The Deputy Prime Minister, Hon...