7 Jul 2017

American Samoa sees economic benefits in Tonga flights

12:31 pm on 7 July 2017

American Samoa is expecting to develop and grow trade in goods with the launching of direct flights from Pago Pago to Tonga.

One of Talofa Airways Twin Commander aircraft

One of Talofa Airways Twin Commander aircraft Photo: RNZI/Autagavaia Tipi Autagavaia

Samoa based Talofa Airways has started twice weekly flights between Pago Pago and Tonga's capital, Nuku'alofa.

American Samoa Commerce Department director, Keniseli Lafaele said the flights are a significant opportunity for local businesses.