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Polynesian Airlines has rebranded to Samoa Airways
Polynesian Airlines now operates as Samoa Airways. Polynesian Airlines is now known as Samoa Airways. Please note that you cannot purchase flights with Polynesian Airlines. Polynesian Airlines has been rebranded to Samoa Airways.
About Polynesian Airlines
Polynesian Airlines was established in 1959 and began its operations across Samoa. 10 years later, the airline was operating daily flights to Pago Pago, Tonga and Fiji using its Douglas DC-3 aircraft. However, in 2005 the airlines' international jet flights were taken over by Polynesian Blue. Polynesian Blue, was a new airline established as a joint venture between the government of Samoa and Australian carrier Virgin Blue.
Polynesian Airlines resumed its international flights under 'Samoa Airways' after the Samoan government announced that it was closing Virgin Samoa due to competitiveness.
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Baggage Policy
Polynesian Airlines has different carry-on and checked baggage.
Carry-on Baggage
On Polynesian Airlines flights, you were allowed to bring one piece of carry-on baggage as well as a personal item (personal items include a briefcase, tote bag, or a small backpack). Carry-on luggage couldn't exceed 114 cm in width, length and height.
Checked Baggage
When passengers were flying with Polynesian Airlines they could bring 2 bags up to 10kgs. The maximum dimensions of checked baggage couldn't exceed 157cm (length + width + length). This included wheels and handles.
In-flight Entertainment & WIFI
There was no WIFI available on flights on Polynesian Airlines flights. At this moment in time, Samoa Airways doesn't provide WIFI onboard too.
Food & Drink
There were a number of snacks and drinks you could purchase on Polynesian Airlines flights. Depending on the flight journey time, passengers would receive a complimentary meal onboard.
Check-In
Polynesian Airlines offers online check in and airport check in. For a quick and easy airport journey we advise that you check in online.
Online Check-in
Online check-in was available from 24 hours to 2 hours prior to your flight departure time. You were able to print out your boarding pass or save your boarding pass onto your smartphone.
Airport Check-in
For airport check-in, you were advised to arrive at least 2 hours before your flight scheduled time. There were a number of airport check-in counters passengers could use to check in.
Destinations that Polynesian Airlines flew to
Below is a list of the destinations that Polynesian Airlines flew to, some destinations have been terminated and some destinations are being run by Samoa Airways:
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Hub Airport
Faleolo International Airport
Faleolo International Airport (APW) is an airport based in Apia, the capital of Samoa. The airport has one runway (9,843 ft x 148 ft). Previously the airport was not designed for aircraft larger than the Boeing 737, however, since the airport's expansion, most international airlines could now land at Faleolo International Airport.
Other airlines that fly from Faleolo International Airport include Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways, Fiji Link, Qantas, Samoa Airways, Talofa Airways and Virgin Australia.
Fleet
Polynesian Airlines previously operated the aircraft below:
Boeing 727-200
Boeing 737-200
Boeing 737-300
Boeing 737-300QC
Boeing 767-200ER
Boeing 767-300ER
Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander
de Havilland Canada 8-100
Douglas C-47 Skytrain
Douglas C-54 Skymaster
GAF Nomad
Hawker Siddeley HS 748
Percival Prince