Upgraded Equipment Enhancing Aviation Safety in Solomon Islands

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The safety of air travel in Solomon Islands has received a major boost with the installation of Australian-funded runway clearing equipment and upgraded weather observation systems at key airports.

Visitors from Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology with SIMS at the Automated Weather Observation System at Honiara Airport.

New Foreign Object Debris (FOD-BOSS) equipment has been introduced at Honiara and Munda airports to remove dangerous objects such as rubbish, stones, and debris from runways. These objects pose serious risks to aircraft, potentially damaging wheels or being sucked into engines.

At the same time, the Automatic Weather Observation System (AWOS) at Honiara Airport has undergone a major upgrade, with final inspections completed last week by the Australian Bureau of Meteorology.

The system provides accurate and consistent weather information, which is critical for safe aviation operations.

Australia’s High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, Rod Hilton, reaffirmed Australia’s commitment to supporting aviation safety.

“Safety is the number one priority in aviation, and these runway clearing devices and modern weather stations make air travel even safer and give more comfort to those flying in Solomon Islands,” he said.

The FOD-BOSS equipment will be used to clear foreign objects on Munda and Honiara runways.

The equipment was delivered under the Australia-Pacific Partnerships for Aviation (P4A) program, which supports regional efforts to improve aviation safety standards.

Solomon Islands Airports Corporation Ltd (SIACL) CEO, Trevor Willcock, welcomed the upgrade, saying the FOD-BOSS is helping his team prevent damage to aircraft and monitor runway conditions.

“Not only does the FOD-BOSS pick up loose stones and debris, but the equipment also helps us quickly detect deteriorating surfaces so they can be repaired,” he said.

The FOD-BOSS will be operated by the airports’ Aviation Rescue Fire Service team, while the upgraded AWOS will be managed by the Solomon Islands Meteorological Service.

These improvements mark another step forward in strengthening aviation safety for both domestic and international travel in Solomon Islands.

 Media Release | AHCSI

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