29/06/2026
PARTNERING FOR PROGRESS
We are thrilled to announce a new partnership between the Australian Government, through the Building Community Engagement Program (BCEP), and Adventist Aviation Services (AAS), which was launched this past Thursday, 25 June 2026, in Lae.
This milestone collaboration strengthens our shared commitment to delivering life-saving health services, humanitarian aid, and vital resources to the most isolated corners of Papua New Guinea. For over 60 years, AAS has served as a critical lifeline where roads do not go. Now, with Australia’s strategic investment and the structural support of BCEP, we are poised to scale our operational capabilities to new heights.
The launch event was a memorable and deeply significant occasion, brought together by key leadership and community pillars. We were deeply honored by the presence of:
1. Mr. Craig Gillies, Australian High Commission Counsellor, and his delegation.
2. Pr. Danny Philip, President of the Papua New Guinea Union Mission (PNGUM) of the Adventist Church.
3. Hon. Jason Peter, MP, Member for Huon Gulf District.
4. Mr. Mark Neah, CEO of Adventist Aviation Services (AAS) PNG.
5. Representatives from local Church Missions, our dedicated AAS staff, and church communities across Lae City.
Beyond emergency medical evacuations, this collaboration will directly boost rural economic activities—air-linking remote farmers to commercial markets, transforming village economies, and unlocking a sustainable future for the families we serve.
Thank you, Australia, and the BCEP team, for standing with us as we fly forward to serve more and reach further!
To God be the Glory!