Solomon Airlines is represented in New Zealand by World Aviation Systems

SOLOMON AIRLINES HISTORY

In the 1970's the Solomon Islands' national airline was known as SOLAIR and was one of the smallest international airlines in the world. By 1987 Solair became 100% government owned and, under the direction of government-appointed representatives, the airline began a period of reconstruction leading to a newly designed livery of blue, yellow and green along with a new name, Solomon Airlines.

Conscious of a national need to promote tourism, the airline established a joint venture with Qantas and took over the busy Honiara-Brisbane route. This service contributed significantly to the airline's revenue and soon further opportunities for joint participation arose, such as Air Pacific's weekly Nadi-Honiara service with Solomon Airlines taking 15 seats aboard each flight for sale in its own name.

In 1989, Solomon Airlines felt a growing need to provide more seats and to further promote interest in the Solomon Islands. This meant that significant services linking the Solomons to Australia and other areas of the Pacific became obligatory. The next necessary step forward was the decision to lease a 737-200 from International Lease Finance Corp. The aircraft painted simply with 'Solomons' titles began services from Honiara to Pacific destinations sharing seat capacity with other airlines.
These days Solomon Airlines continues to serve 3 international points as well as serving an extensive domestic network.