Air Pacific has been serving the South Pacific since the late 40s. Here’s a timeline of significant events in their airline history. Registered as Katafaga Estates Limited by Australian aviator Harold Gatty. Commenced regular domestic services. Over the years, Air Pacific’s routes have been serviced by a changing fleet of aircraft including Dragon Rapides, De Havilland Herons, Drovers, a McDonnell Douglas Turbo-Beaver and DC3s as well as Hawker Siddeley 748s. Name changed to “Air Pacific.” Fleet changed to Aerospace BAC1-11s and HS748. Air Pacifics Engineering and Maintenance division has been in operation for over 50 years and currently employs over 100 dedicated specialists.

Being FJAR145 approved and ISO9002 accredited, the Engineering and Maintenance team manage the Specification, and carry out the servicing of the Air Pacific fleet of aircraft including; B737NG, B767-300, and B747-400. Engineering also service the ATR42 aircraft operated by sister airline, Pacific Sun. They carry a variety of general cargo products including computer equipment, printed matter, machinery and electrical equipment. Cargo Delicate goods such as antiques, glassware and optical and medical instruments are treated with the greatest of care. High value cargo such as gold bullion, precious metals and works of art are held in special vaults to ensure maximum security.

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