Saturday 17 January 2026 Apia Samoa. Samoa Airways Flight OL222 was diverted to Faleolo International Airport earlier this morning shortly after departure, after the Captain and First Officer identified a technical aircraft issue, a press release from the Company’s Legal Officer confirmed.
“The crew was operating the second scheduled service from Fagali‘i to Pago Pago when the diversion occurred..
“The aircraft landed safely at Faleolo International Airport with 16 passengers on board..
‘As the situation was treated as an emergency, the Captain was advised to utilise the main terminal, where Samoa Airways ground staff were available to assist passengers and crew.”
Samoa Airways acknowledged the swift and professional response by Captain David Asi and First Officer Lachlan Kingan, who acted in accordance with established safety procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of everyone on board.
“Samoa Airways sincerely apologises to the affected passengers for the inconvenience caused and thanks them for their patience and understanding.”
“The airline would like to reassure the public that flight operations are continuing as scheduled using one available aircraft.”
The airline confirms that the technical issue has been resolved amd the incident will not affect scheduled Samoa Airways flights.
“Passenger safety remains the airline’s highest priority, and the affected aircraft is undergoing the necessary inspections in line with aviation safety requirements,” concludes the press release.
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