 Mount Pago is 16 km from the airport.In December 2015, the Hoskins Kimbe Airport in West New Britain underwent major upgrades that has improved its airport service standards and revitalized the local economy.The redevelopments to the Hoskins Airport include airstrip extensions, strengthened pavements, construction of a perimeter fence, installation of an eco-friendly sewerage system, solar powered street lights and a market place inside the airport boundary reserved for locals to sell their arts, crafts and produce.