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Brand new KI Acting CEO. Not sure what happened to the old one. Maybe liked São José dos Campos more than Tarawa.

Unlke the Nauruans they have not pissed it away on breweries, pubs, casinos, ships and (so far) airlines.

I seem to recall they dropped $20m (or more) some time back (late 1970's?) with the Air Tungaru 727-100.
Had a huge payout from the Brits from the Ocean Island (Banaba) settlement that went pretty quickly.
The aircraft went to Bloodstock after it's Kiribati working life; a fairly interesting tale.

Has this new Ejet got ETOPs approval yet?

So is the Ejet up and operating yet?

No.

Application in to the IASC for rights to Oz. Anticipated start a March 2020.

Zanzibar, yes they certainly have applied to the IASC. They are about to enter into a very finite market, however, with Big China's money behind them, they appear to have massive resources to throw at the market. First of type in the Central Pacific also ensure the Brazilians will work very hard to enable success. I am sure Pionair (not new to the industry) and Air Kiribati understand how big the Pacific Ocean is and its even bigger ability to swallow huge wads of money. Best of luck to all concerned.

The engineering boys are in Bankstown now doing the type course.
Air Kiribati do operate one Dash8-100 ex Maroomba, WA (MSN 388).

Brand spanking new E2 in the Embraer paint shop now going into Air Kiribatis livery.
Wings still aren’t fitted, crazy Brazilians!

According to the Embraer sales people it is capable but not approved for ETOPS. If it is the same engine as the A220 they may be in for a wait on that one.

Virgin had the first “classic” ejets that were etops certified. Not sure how many other operators took up the option.

I can’t imagine embraer, particularly with the impending sale to Boeing, would be too keen to go through the expense of certifying the aeroplane for etops without a customer and some sort of likelihood of a return on their investment.

VAs E-jets were not EDTO/ETOPS certified. Before 2014 the non EDTO threshold was 90 mins before CASA removed this. Now it's 60 min thresholds or you are EDTO. The aircraft is 120 min capable, not sure if the E2 is 120 min certified yet, can't find much online

Not EDTO, different airframe/engine combination to the original 190, so limited to 60 minutes for now

With supposed plans to take it to Christmas/Cassidy (PLCH), I’d expect Embraer to be working hard towards the 120min title (if it isn’t already, which sounds like thats the situation). You know, help their launch customer out and prove that their aircraft can do long distance remote operations successfully. I suspect Emb have a lot riding on this aircraft.

I doubt there’s a way to get to Cassidy with only 60mins.

NGTA all the way to Bris and NZAA can be done with minimal diversions off the direct track to maintain within 60. Range/performance dependant of course, I have no idea about the E2’s capability.
NFFN not so much, unless Funafuti gives them the ok to use their strip. I don’t know the ACN and PCNs..

Fact is Air Kiribati can’t operate, so have sourced externally...a lot of variables doing that

New business setup in New Zealand as Air Kiribati International of which Pionair is 49% shareholder, yet Kiribati government is funding the purchase and setup of E2 operations

Search Air Kiribati in companiesoffice dot govt dot nz

Are these aircraft registered as "T3" prefix?

Just curious as a former PNG Beech 200 P2-ALC was apparently sold to Kiribati a month or so ago? Just wondering if the B200 arrived and took up a Kiribati rego?

Kiribati Airline running under NZ AOC into Australia with European crew...

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Originally Posted by onehitwonder (Post 10639485)

Kiribati Airline running under NZ AOC into Australia with European crew...

So where does Pionair fit into the picture?

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Originally Posted by Zhoottoo (Post 10531026)

Brand new KI Acting CEO. Not sure what happened to the old one. Maybe liked São José dos Campos more than Tarawa.

Acting KI CEO now removed from position by the Board
Position advertised on the Air Kiribati Website. Anybody interested??? Its a political nightmare*

Chief Executive Officer*

1.**************Introduction

Applications are now invited from interested and suitably qualified persons from around the world for the position of International Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with the national airline of Kiribati, Air Kiribati Ltd.

Full details of the position, with background information and context, can be sighted on AKL’s website:*

2.**************Qualification and Experience

Interested individuals should possess minimum attributes as follows: -

a relevant degree in business management preferably in airline operations;
At least 15 years’ work experience senior management levelsin small to medium-sized reputable regional or international airlines;
Evidence of familiarity with International Civil Aviation Conventions and training in aviation safety procedures;
Demonstration of ability to work under pressure and overcome adversity;

3.**************Remuneration

An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful applicant.* This will be benchmarked to regional levels and comprise an annual salary, housing allowance, company vehicle, and family support.*

4.**************Application Process

Expression of interest for the position of CEO should be in writing addressed to: -

Chairman

Board of Directors

Air Kiribati Ltd.

Bonriki, Tarawa

Republic of Kiribati

*It can be sent by either email or physical post. Applications should include the following: -

Curriculum Vitae*detailing academic qualifications and relevant
practical experience in the management of airline operations complete with documentary evidence:
Referees:**Applicants should provide the name and address of*three*referees and a reference letter from them.
Deadline for submission of Applications:**All applications must be received no later than*Friday,26th December 2019. Those submitting applications by email, please send to this email address:*[email protected]*

Late applications will not be accepted.

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Originally Posted by VH DSJ (Post 10639964)

So where does Pionair fit into the picture?

It will be operated by Pionair with Pionair crew. Pilots and engineers already trained i believe.
How will this work is another story. Does Pionair have an NZ AOC? E2 is the first of type for NZ