Talofa Airways

Toleafoa Jeffrey Hunter, the founder of Talofa Airways, first had plans to set up an airline business in the region in 1996, when he decided to remain in Samoa rather than return to the United States. After opening a pharmacy in Apia in 2002, Hunter began to invest towards establishing Talofa Airways, He selected the Rockwell 690B Turbo Commander in a nine-seat configuration for the airline's fleet. becoming the third airline based in Samoa after Polynesian Airlines and Samoa Air. ==Corporate affairs==

The airline takes its name from the traditional Samoan greeting Talofa, signifying Talofa Airways' Samoan roots. Toleafoa Jeffrey Hunter serves as the chairman and chief executive officer. ==Destinations==

, Talofa Airways flies to the following destinations: ==Fleet==

at Fagali'i Airport, Apia , Talofa Airways operates the following aircraft: == Accidents and incidents ==

• On 12 January 2017, a Talofa Airways Rockwell 690B Turbo Commander was involved in an accident after a normal landing at Pago Pago International Airport (American Samoa). There were no reported injuries or fatalities. • On 24 July 2024 a Talofa Airways Rockwell 690B Turbo Commander broke its front wheel on landing at Pago Pago International Airport. None of the eight passengers were injured. ==References==