From the highlands of Papua to its dense river basins, the sound of a small aircraft engine carries more than passengers. It carries medicine, schoolbooks, fresh food, and sometimes the …
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Politics
Papua Reopens Koroway Batu, Beoga, and Iwur Airports After Security Upgrades Following Smart Air Incident
by Senamanby SenamanThe skies over Papua felt new and full of potential on February 21, 2026. People who traveled to Bandara (Airports) Koroway Batu, Bandara Beoga, and Bandara Iwur carried their bags …
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Politics
Papua’s Lifelines Grounded: Temporary Closure of 11 Remote Airports After Smart Air Attack in Papua
by Senamanby SenamanSmall airstrips aren’t useful in the remote highlands and coastal plains of Papua. They are the only way to stay alive. Pioneer or “perintis” airports connect communities that are spread …
