Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam)
| Company type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Cargo airline |
| Founded | June 5, 1998 |
| Headquarters | Tamuning , United States |
Area served | Micronesia, United States, Philippines |
| Products | Cargo charter flights |
| Parent | Tan Holdings Corporation |
| Website | www |
Asia Pacific Airlines is a cargo airline based in Tamuning, Guam, United States. The company provides cargo charter flights operating out of Guam and Honolulu, with its principal hub located at Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport.
History
Founded on June 5, 1998, and initiating service on June 3, 1999, the airline was initially known as Aero Micronesia, Inc. It operates as a subsidiary of the Tan Holdings Corporation. The airline’s primary mission involves carrying freight for the US Postal Service throughout Micronesia and importing premium fresh tuna to international seafood markets.
In January 2015, Asia Pacific Airlines undertook a fleet upgrade by incorporating the Boeing 757-200 aircraft to modernize and expand its capabilities.
In February 2023, the Federal Aviation Administration revoked the airline’s operating certificate after the company failed to submit documentation confirming that personnel responsible for pilot proficiency evaluations were adequately trained and qualified over the preceding two years. This action invalidated pilot certifications and led to a suspension of operations. The disruption severely impacted supply chains in Micronesia, particularly in the Marshall Islands, where Asia Pacific Airlines was the exclusive air cargo provider. Delays in mail delivery and shortages of medical supplies prompted President David Kabua to declare a state of emergency. Operations recommenced on May 5, 2023.
Destinations
Asia Pacific Airlines covers the following destinations:
Current fleet
As of December 2021, Asia Pacific Airlines operates a fleet comprising four Boeing 757 freighter aircraft:
| Aircraft | In service |
Orders | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boeing 757-200PCF | 3 | — | ||
| Boeing 757-200PF | 1 | — | ||
| Total | 4 | — | ||
This fleet composition allows the airline to effectively manage its trans-Pacific freight operations.
Previous Aircraft
Asia Pacific Airlines formerly utilized Boeing 727 freighters along with an earlier variant of the Boeing 757. These models were phased out as part of the airline's fleet modernization efforts:
Incidents and Accidents
On February 26, 2016, a Boeing 727-200F (registration N86425) experienced a nose gear failure resulting in a gear-up landing at Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport while operating a route from Guam to Pohnpei. There were no casualties reported.